As Project Director , you’ll be accountable for the development and end-to-end delivery of some of our biggest events (5,000 – 13,000 attendees) with a focus on logistics and venue management.
You’ll work closely with the Account Director and project teams to ensure every element is delivered flawlessly, on budget, and in line with client objectives.
Leading the planning, project management, and onsite delivery of complex, large-scale events.
Acting as the day-to-day contact for clients, building trusted relationships, and ensuring exceptional service.
Managing budgets of up to £15million, including forecasting, reporting, and driving value for money.
Overseeing logistics, production, creative, and technical workstreams to ensure a seamless experience.
Managing and mentoring project teams of 50+ people, ensuring clear ownership of tasks and accountability.
Developing project documentation such as setback schedules, trackers, and client handbooks.
Managing vendor relationships and ensuring a solution-oriented, one-team approach.
Leading onsite teams, solving problems in real time, and ensuring the highest standards of delivery.
Running post-project debriefs and making data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
Requirements
Significant experience (8+ years) leading large-scale events (5,000 – 13,000 attendees) from concept to execution.
Exceptional logistics and venue management leadership skills.
A track record of delivering complex events on time and within budget.
Excellent financial and commercial acumen with experience managing £10m–£15m budgets.
Strong inter-personal and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor teams.
Proven experience working with creative and production teams on large-scale build and branding projects.
Advanced Excel skills, plus strong PowerPoint and general ICT skills.
The ability to work under pressure, juggle multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality results.
A positive, solution-focused mindset and a passion for creating memorable attendee experiences.
Benefits
Annual leave – 33 days inc. Bank Holidays
Birthday day off
Summer Hours
Pension (5% employee, 3% employer)
Wellbeing & Inclusion Initiatives including access to an EAP