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For 30 years, we have utilised three flexible delivery models: Embedded teams, Corporate Campus operations, and a Full-Service Agency.\nManaging over 37,000 events & projects annually across 110 countries, FIRST serves 130+ brands, specialising in Fortune 500 companies within the Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Media, and Professional Services sectors. Consistently recognised for excellence, recent honours include 2026 Chief Marketer Agency of the Year, the Ad Net Zero Award for sustainability, and more.\nLearn more at www.firstagency.com\nWhat You Would Get To Do\nThe Senior Project Manager is responsible for supporting the client with their internal and/or client-facing events and conferences while consistently delivering exceptional service through excellent project management and creative solutions. This includes the management of all aspects of the event operation, from initial briefing to reconciliation, including but not limited to project plans, collateral, registration, transportation, hotel accommodations, entertainment, food and beverage, gift selection, audio/visual needs, webcasts, staging, speaker selection, execution, reconciliation and so on. \nThere is a requirement for onsite events to travel domestically or abroad as required.\nYour Contributions\nFull life-cycle planning and execution of multiple key events in a virtual, in-person and hybrid capacity\nFinancial management, including: budget development and management, expense management and invoice processing, timely post-meeting reconciliation and final financial reporting\nSourcing, negotiating and managing site selections, contract management for venues and suppliers\nCoordinate registration, food and beverage, transportation, hotel accommodations, entertainment, gift selection, audio/visual needs, webcasts, staging and speaker selection for all programs; strong focus on vendor management\nWork seamlessly with key internal partners on event deliverables (i.e. Marketing for print and digital design and collateral elements, Production on Audio Visual, Event Technology team on web builds, data team on attendee management, Legal and Compliance as required, etc.)\nVirtual event planning and project management including confirming appropriate virtual platform, creation of timelines, invitation process, thorough and regular communications to attendees, suppliers and stakeholders\nAssist with the training of new joiners\nManage and mentor a team, which may include up to 5 direct reports. Management responsibilities, if applicable, include:\nManaging vacation schedules for direct reports ensuring coverage for the client at all times including providing coverage when team members are out of the office on vacation or for an event\nOversee workload of the team ensuring day to day understanding of capacity/pressure points\nManagement of staffing assignments considering individual team members capacities and capabilities\nManagement of personal development reviews for direct reports\nLead and motivate direct reports, encouraging a productive and positive atmosphere\nWork with the team to ensure adherence to the client’s standards of operation and policies; ensure compliance and risk guidelines are followed\nCreate and closely monitor value adds at every opportunity and demonstrate commercial awareness\nShare knowledge of best practices, new suppliers, services and venues\nDeepen relations with existing clients and maximize on all opportunities to generate new business\nWhat We Are Looking For\n8-10+ years’ Event Management experience, preferably in the financial services industry or a corporate environment\nAdvanced experience of events, conferences, meeting and production management, including but not limited to C-level executive dinners, cocktail receptions, meetings, recognition events, and sponsorships\nExtensive experience with managing senior clients in planning and execution of events\nExperience managing a team of employees is a plus, but not required as not all Senior Project Manager roles have management responsibilities\nStrong proficiency working in Cvent\nStrong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office\nAdvanced project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously\nExcellent written and oral communication skills\nExtensive industry knowledge of new suppliers, venues, services, and best practices with active participation in the industry\nStrong client management skills with the ability to influence and lead by example, fostering a positive environment\nStrong team player, able to co-plan with colleagues and the client on large scale programs\nStrong ability to create best practice and take on new initiatives independently\nClient centric, approachable, ability to adjust to client needs and style and deepen relationships in support of their business and programs; adapt to ever changing demands and different client work styles\nMotivated, self-starter, ability to take direction and work independently; ability to think innovatively\nAt FIRST, we believe that the passion, creativity, and commitment of our teams drive our success. That's why we offer a range of benefits and perks to support your personal and professional growth\nPrivate Medical Insurance with BUPA from day one\n28 Days Annual Leave PLUS Bank Holidays\nPersonal Volunteer Day\n20 Days of Sick Pay each Year\nEnhanced Parental Leave (Maternity & Paternity)\nWellness Stipend\nComplimentary access to Headspace, Rocket Lawyer & Maven\nLife Insurance\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nCycle to Work Scheme\nSeason Ticket Loan\nMobile Phone Allowance\nPension Scheme Enhancements\nDiscretionary Bonus Structure\nGlobal Opportunities: With a presence in 7 countries worldwide, including headquarters in London, New York, and Singapore, you may have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different locations.\nFIRST is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. FIRST is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We stand firm: FIRST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. 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