Head of Summit Operations

Job title:

Head of Summit Operations

Company

Eligo Recruitment

Job description

South West England, South West, England£115000 – £145000 per annum, Benefits: + Good BenefitsHead of Summit Operations – B2B Events
£115,000 to £145,000 Depending on experience + BenefitsAre you an experienced professional with 8 to 12 years of expertise in B2B Conferences or Summits or Associations?If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!A dynamic events company based in the South West is seeking a Head of Summit Operations to lead their EMEA portfolio of high-profile B2B summits.About the Role:As the Head of Summit Operations, you will take full ownership of nine EMEA-based summits, overseeing every aspect from strategic planning to on-site execution.Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing event strategies to drive successful summits.
• Managing budgets, venue selection, and vendor negotiations.
• Recruiting, training, and leading a new operations team, including the hiring of a Summit Operations Manager to support your efforts.
• Collaborating with senior leadership, including four Managing Directors and the Global MD, to align event strategies across the business.
• Liaising with the US Summit team to exchange best practices and ensure a unified approach to global events.
• This role involves extensive travel-up to 50%-across EMEA (Europe, UAE and Africa) and beyond, providing you with the chance to make a significant impact on a global scale.

Key Requirements:

• Proven track record in strategic event management within EMEA.
• Experience working closely with content and programming teams.
• Researching market trends
• Degree-level education.
• Expertise in sourcing and engaging industry speakers.
• Ability to execute both virtual and in-person events.
• Familiarity with the technology sector is highly desirable.
• Strong team management and leadership skills.
• Degree-level education

Why Join them?This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established brand known for producing exceptional B2B events across the UK and internationally. You’ll have the chance to shape the future of the events portfolio while working with a talented global team.Salary: £115,000 – £145,000 + BenefitsIf you’re a seasoned event professional looking to step into a senior leadership role, apply now for this Head of Summit Operations or get in touch to learn more about this exciting opportunity. Don’t miss your chance to lead high-caliber summits and take your career to new heights!Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.Apply Here

Expected salary

£115000 – 145000 per year

Location

South West England

Job date

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 02:30:23 GMT

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