Event Operations Manager

Professional Membership Organisation

Central London (2 days office, 3 days home)

£45,000 – £50,000 + excellent benefits including 20 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays, Private healthcare and wellbeing support, Dental care scheme, Generous pension contribution, Flexible and hybrid working, Season ticket loan

Permanent, Full Time

Our client, a well-established and highly respected professional membership organisation, is looking to appoint an experienced Event Operations Manager to lead the delivery of a dynamic and high-profile national and regional events programme.

This organisation represents a vital professional community at the heart of the UK economy, supporting members who help businesses navigate financial challenges, protect jobs, and drive economic recovery.

If you are an experienced events professional with a passion for delivering impactful, high-quality events and managing complex programmes, we would love to hear from you.

The Role of Event Operations Manager

This is a senior and highly varied role responsible for planning and delivering a diverse portfolio of events, ranging from flagship conferences to regional forums, networking events and technical briefings.

Working closely with senior stakeholders, committees, sponsors and internal teams, you will ensure events are delivered to an exceptional standard, on budget, and aligned with strategic objectives.

You will also take ownership of the regional events programme while supporting the wider portfolio and contributing to its ongoing growth and success.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the planning and delivery of a complex programme of in-person and virtual events

Managing budgets, financial performance and event ROI

Line managing and developing a small events team

Building strong relationships with stakeholders, sponsors and committees

Working closely with marketing teams to maximise attendance and engagement

Person Specification

Proven experience in a senior events role delivering a varied events portfolio

Experience managing and developing staff

Strong budget management and commercial awareness

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

A collaborative approach and strong stakeholder management skills

Experience using CRM and event management systems

Experience within a membership body, professional services or regulated environment would be highly advantageous.

To apply for this role, please send your CV.

Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted within 10 working days. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds.