Events Manager

Events Manager

Are you a detail-driven events professional who thrives on bringing ideas to life and delivering exceptional experiences?

Join The PIE's dynamic global events team to help plan and deliver our flagship international conferences, awards, and bespoke client events.

Location:
UK based, minimum one day per week at our SE London HQ (Brockley); hybrid flexibility offered

Reports To:
Events Director (with day-to-day collaboration with the Events Manager)

Collaborates with:
Events Director, Events Manager, Senior Manager, Events & Partnerships, Marketing, and Client Success teams.

About The PIE

The PIE is a dynamic, fast-growing global company at the intersection of media, events, and recruitment for the international education industry. We connect people and organisations through high-quality content, events, and services that drive real impact.

Our flagship events, The PIE Live conferences in the UK, USA, and Australia, The PIEoneer Awards, and a range of bespoke client events, bring together professionals from across international education to connect, collaborate, and celebrate success.

Learn more about our events here.

This is an opportunity to join The PIE at an exciting stage of growth – to take ownership of high-profile projects, support global events delivery, and help shape the experience of thousands of international education professionals around the world.

Role Overview

As Events Manager, you'll play a key role in planning and delivering The PIE's portfolio of global events, including The PIE Live conferences, The PIEoneer Awards, and bespoke client receptions and roundtables.

This is a hands-on and varied role, ideal for someone with solid experience in event planning and logistics who's ready to step up and take more ownership of projects. You'll collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure every event runs seamlessly, on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.

You'll also take a lead role in delivering bespoke client events and, in time, smaller-scale PIE Live events, ensuring these experiences reflect our brand's reputation for quality, innovation, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Lead & Deliver Bespoke Client Events

• Take ownership of the planning and delivery of selected client events such as receptions and roundtables.
• Manage all aspects of event logistics, venue sourcing, supplier coordination, budgeting, and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Client Success, Editorial, Marketing) to ensure client objectives are met.
• Liaise with suppliers (venues, caterers, A/V teams, etc.) to ensure smooth and cost-effective delivery.
• Oversee on-site event delivery (UK-based) and lead post-event debriefs and reporting with clients.

Project Manage Smaller-Scale PIE Live & PIE High Events

• Support the planning and delivery of selected PIE Live and PIE High events.
• Coordinate event logistics including supplier management, budgets, schedules, and production timelines.
• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Client Success teams to ensure sponsor and delegate satisfaction.
• Support on-site delivery, ensuring events meet our brand and operational standards.
• Gather post-event feedback and contribute to reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Event Operations & Administration

• Support event tech platforms including:
• Cvent
  – for conference registration, websites, and apps.
• Evessio
  – for awards entries, judging, and guest management.
• Maintain and update event websites, apps, exhibitor information, and call-for-speakers pages.
• Organise internal logistics such as travel, accommodation, and team itineraries.
• Prepare attendee and sponsor communications (joining instructions, onboarding guides, etc.).
• Manage administrative tasks including:
• Responding to attendee and awards enquiries.
• Tracking tickets and registrations.
• Issuing visa invitation letters.
• Data entry and clean-up.
• Collate and present post-event insights to internal stakeholders.

The Ideal Candidate

You may currently be working as an Events Manager, Coordinator, Events Executive, or Project Assistant and are now ready to take more ownership of your own projects and play a central role in delivering global events.

Essential:

• 2-4 years' proven experience in events planning, production, or delivery.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail, you're known as the most organised person in the room.
• Strong project management skills; comfortable managing multiple timelines simultaneously.
• Experience managing suppliers, budgets, and on-site operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, confident working with clients and senior stakeholders.
• Strong copywriting and proofreading skills for event communications and marketing assets.
• Proficient with event tech platforms (Cvent essential; Evessio experience desirable).
• Calm, proactive, and reliable under pressure.

Desirable:

• Experience working on B2B or international events.
• A creative eye for event branding, content, and attendee experience.
• Collaborative and adaptable, thrives in a fast-moving, cross-functional team.
• Interest in the international education sector or global events landscape.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible hybrid working (minimum one day/week in London).
• Opportunity to play a key role in global event delivery and client experiences.
• Global travel opportunities, work on-site at PIE events in the UK, USA, and Australia.
• Quarterly all-staff meetups and social events.
• Employee Assistance Scheme.
• Office located in Brockley, South-East London.

Why Join The PIE?

• This is a natural next step for an ambitious events professional eager to grow into a more autonomous and client-facing role, supported by a collaborative and experienced events team.
• Be part of a high-growth global company making an impact in international education.
• Work on high-profile international events that connect and inspire the industry.
• Collaborate within an agile, ambitious, and creative team where your ideas are valued and actioned
• Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and opportunities for professional development and travel.

To Apply

Please upload your CV and cover letter outlining your experience, interest, and suitability for the role.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

At The PIE, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and has equal opportunities to thrive. If you're excited about this role and believe you can contribute to our team, we'd love to hear from you.