Event Manager

Informais one of the world's leading knowledge providers. We create and deliver highly specialized information through publishing, events, training, market intelligence, and expertise, providing valuable knowledge to individuals, businesses and organizations worldwide.

Informa Marketscreates platforms for industries to trade, innovate and grow. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience, and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content, and actionable data solutions. As the world's leading exhibitions organizer, with over 500 international events, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year.

What we're looking for: As a key role on the show management team, you will be responsible for execution of tactics directly related to a successful live or virtual event. The right candidate will have high organizational skills, an eye for detail, strong communication skills both written and verbal, tactical research abilities, and be passionate about delivering excellence for Informa Markets Engineering customers.

Role Accountability and Duties:

• In conjunction with the Group Event Director, implement strategic plans to achieve all assigned KPIs
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales and other key internal stakeholders to ensure successful planning and execution
• Lead regular show team meetings, create and manage overall show timelines and monitor activity among the show team members
• Assist in the management of annual budgets, ensuring that expenses do not exceed budget
• Assist in the development and daily maintenance of the event plan and timeline, verifying that deadlines are adhered to by full show team
• Work hand in hand with Operations on all pre-, during and post-show activity and logistics with keen knowledge of all core show programs and activities.
• Assist in developing the registration flow for attendees and exhibitors
• Collaborate with the Group Event Director peer Event Managers to identify, contact and secure association partners across the portfolio
• Analyze processes and bring greater organization and efficiency across assigned brands
• Collaborate with the Group Event Director on the development, planning and execution of onsite activities, such as networking functions, receptions, advisory council meetings, mentorship programs, etc.
• Serve as one of the main contacts on-site, working with show staff, facility and other vendors as needed. This includes pre-show, on site, and post event
• Lead and monitor the event's sustainability plan, as well as other cross Informa plans
• Function as integral part of show management effort, performing additional duties as required
• Research event-related industries, geos, and personas through various avenues including customer interviews and media
• Travel, as required
• Other duties as assigned

• 3-5 years operational/marketing/event management with strong working knowledge of Event space
• Strategic thinker who can see the big picture, manage budgets, strategic docs and production schedules, with ability to effectively communicate the processes associated with them
• High level of proficiency in the use of key software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, PP, and Salesforce (or other CRM program)
• Project oriented with superior attention to detail and outstanding organizational and prioritization skills
• Time management skills and respect for other team members' time
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong team player who can motivate and inspire team members. Also interacts well with external clients, vendors and other internal teams alike
• Desire to grow your career and continue to advance your professional, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Base salary of $65,000-$70,000
• Job listing expires on February 25,2025.

Why work at Informa

Employee experience is very important to us at Informa. On top of joining a supportive, diverse, and ambitious team that welcomesall types of candidates.We are alsoflexiblewithdifferent working patternsandprioritize promotions internally.

Our benefits include:

• Learning and development plan to assist with your career development
• 15 days PTO plus 10 national holidays, 4 days for volunteering and a day off for your birthday!
• Competitive Benefits with 401k match
• Paid parental leave
• Bright and friendly staff who are all "expert's experts" and additional training and development for helping you achieve your career aspiration
• ESPP - become a shareholder

We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

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