Senior Project Manager

CompanyHandle Recruitment

LocationLondon, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/23/2026

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IT project managers

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£58,200 (£29.85 per hour)

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Description

Senior Project Manager - Event Agency

Our client, a leading global events agency delivering award winning live, virtual and hybrid events is looking for a Senior Project Manager to successfully deliver complex and large-scale events and managing a medium to large project team. Reporting into the Director of Operations, this role requires excellent client and supplier management skills, a commercial mindset and creativity, working collaboratively to ensure high quality outcomes and future business growth.

As a priority you will:

Take responsibility for event enquiries - from proposal and planning stage through to delivery of events and projects within agreed deadlines
Prepare presentations and pitch effectively on behalf of the company
Manage one to two junior team members, including identifying development needs and supporting their growth.
Manage and lead medium to large-scale events, including site visits and onsite management.
Work with the Director of Operations to resource the team required for each project
Have ownership of your own portfolio of client accounts, building strong relationships and partnerships while identifying and pursuing opportunities for business growth

Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and key account managers, including negotiating, due diligence and contract sign off

Manage and monitor operational budgets for events and apply strong commercial awareness to ensure cost-effective delivery

Be responsible for financial control including client/ supplier invoicing and post-event reconciliation.

Conduct post-event evaluations to assess success and areas for improvement.

To be successful, you will need:

Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Business, Marketing, or a related field
Proven experience (typically 6+ years) in a fast-paced agency or similar environment
Proven experience of successfully delivering corporate events/ projects, such as conferences, exhibitions, gala dinners and incentive trips
Extensive product knowledge of overseas and UK based hotel and venues
Knowledge of building and managing delegate registration sites via Cvent or similar platforms
Experience in the preparation of Health & Safety checks and post-event reports
Excellent relationship, interpersonal skills plus strong communication and negotiation skills

Good Production, AV and branding knowledge

Experience of managing a medium to large project team

Right to work in the UK

This role offers a 2/3 hybrid pattern and flexible working for a healthier work life balance.

To discuss this opportunity in more detail, please hot apply or send me a message!

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.