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Events Manager / Project Manager

Red King Resourcing
Posted a day ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Oxford, Oxfordshire OX4 2WA, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • My Oxford-based client is urgently seeking an Events Manager or Project Manager with strong stakeholder management skills and experience in delivering end-to-end events.
  • The role involves planning, executing, and evaluating events to meet strategic objectives, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
  • Candidates should have proven experience managing events or projects from concept to completion, with a salary offered for this 18-month contract.
  • Key responsibilities include developing project plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and conducting post-event evaluations.
  • The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with project management tools, requiring at least 3-5 years of relevant experience.

My Oxford based Client is urgently recruiting for a driven and highly organised Events Manager or Project Manager with strong stakeholder management skills and experience delivering end-to-end events. You'll be responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating events that meet strategic objectives-ensuring they're delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and manage comprehensive project plans and Gantt charts for multiple concurrent events

  • Lead and facilitate workshops with internal teams and external stakeholders to align objectives and define event outcomes

  • Coordinate with stakeholders, sponsors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure seamless event execution

  • Prepare and deliver professional presentations and proposals for internal approvals and client engagement

  • Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure all deliverables meet quality standards

  • Post-event evaluation including stakeholder feedback and performance analysis

About You
  • Proven experience managing events or projects from concept to completion

  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels

  • Strong organisational and planning abilities-proficient in project management tools and Gantt chart creation

  • Skilled in facilitating workshops to gather input and align stakeholders

  • Confident preparing and delivering proposals and presentations

  • High attention to detail, multitasking ability, and calm under pressure

  • Knowledge of budgeting, timelines, and event operations

Desirable
  • Experience in corporate or agency events

  • Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello, or similar

  • A background in marketing, communications, or business is advantageous

This is an 18 month contract, based in Oxford on a hybrid basis for an initial 18 month fixed term contract paid on a salary basis.If you have the skills and experience for the role please send an up to date CV for an immediate response and more information on a great role with a fantastic Client.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.