Events Leader

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Events Leader

Are you an ambitious Event Leader with hands-on experience in developing and delivering live, virtual and hybrid event experiences? Do you have strong people management experience and a passion for developing colleagues? If so, we may have the perfect role for you
Aon are recruiting an Events Leader to join our team in London, Chelmsford or one of our other offices located in the South East of England. This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both at home and from the office. Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like
In this role, you will see yourself creating and leading the UK events strategy, planning and hands on execution of a comprehensive portfolio (physical, virtual and hybrid)
You will also collaborate closely with Growth Marketing, Insight Marketing, Enterprise Client Group & Innovation and Centres of Excellence to deliver a UK event plan that supports in delivering measurable results. How this opportunity is different
In this role you will play key role in UK marketing planning process ensuring events strategy is fully integrated to drive engagement and create demand from key buyers.
Create and manage the UK events strategy, while guiding and advising the best and the most impactful format, and effectively challenge the conventional thinking in producing an event
Understand market context and industry trends to inform the development of strategy and delivery of word-class guest experience on time and on budget
Coordinate and collaborate closely with Growth Marketing, Insight Marketing, Enterprise Client Group & Innovation and Centres of Excellence to deliver a UK event plan that supports in delivering measurable results
Understand business requirements and handle expectations of multiple partners from across the business. Ensuring events have a clearly defined role and purpose as a key business growth enabler
Partner with other Regional Event Leaders to build consistent frameworks and toolkits that ensure global consistency and best-in-class experiences
Leverage partnerships, suppliers, sponsors and venues effectively and efficiently through strong negotiation skills, to gain quality of service and maximum ROI, with professionalism and integrity
Excellent management and reconciliation of event budgets to ensure adherence to budget guidelines
Support in the management, coaching, development, and growth of the Regional Events Team Skills and experience that will lead to success
Previous hands-on experience in delivering live, virtual and hybrid event experiences, including managing event preparation remotely and significant experience in project running large scale events
Ambitious self-starter with demonstrated ability and willingness to roll up sleeves and execute to get the job done
Understanding of the customer decision making processes for B2B sales cycles and all marketing touchpoints (PR, Media, Digital, Communications, Social, etc.)
Excellent organization skills, results driven, can combine strategic thinking with effective execution
Experience in structuring and running virtual events, driving registration, earning and keeping attendee attention, and virtual event platforms i.e. ON24, Cvent
Understanding of marketing automation concepts and software tools to capture contacts/leads and measure commercial impact of investments i.e. Eloqua
Inspired by digital marketing execution, embrace marketing automation concepts, and focused on delivering a compelling customer experience through relevant and connected customer experience
Strong leadership presence and stakeholder management experience, including experience working with multiple local and regional stakeholders
Experience in people management and/or managing vendors is required. How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. #li-hybrid
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