Project Manager - Events & Creative Campaigns

Vanilla Recruitment

  • Corby, Northamptonshire
  • £32,000-37,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
We’re delighted to present an exciting and unique new opportunity for a Project Manager with outstanding events coordination skills and an enthusiasm for all things automotive!Based on-site at a major client, as well as travelling internationally to represent the brand at high-profile industry events, the successful candidate will be an integral part of the team responsible for exciting new product launches. You will help to deliver a wide range of events, product launches, photoshoots, conferences and meetings. The role acts as a pivotal link between the key client and opinion formers (media, customer advocates, and industry influencers) and is an essential part of showcasing the brand.
  • £32,000 - £37,000 per annum
  • Working hours Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm with 30 minute lunch break
  • Hybrid working is available, with 1 day per week working from home
  • Regular Travel is required for the role up to 2 weeks at a time
  • 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Free parking
Duties and responsibilities:
  • Provide end-to-end support to Account Managers throughout the event lifecycle, ensuring smooth planning and delivery
  • Manage delegate communications, registration, and logistics to create a seamless attendee experience
  • Coordinate travel, accommodation, and scheduling for delegates, speakers, and internal teams
  • Prepare event proposals and documentation, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
  • Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to ensure timely and efficient execution
  • Monitor budgets, timelines, and key project metrics to keep events on track and within scope
  • Deliver on-site support during live events, handling logistics and resolving issues as they arise
  • Support the wider Account team during busy periods, contributing to proposals, client communications, and admin tasks
Skills and experience required:
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in event management, ideally within an agency environment
  • Proven expertise in delegate management, including registration, communications, and on-site coordination
  • Strong understanding of event logistics, planning processes, and live event delivery
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise confidently with clients, suppliers, and internal teams
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiar with event management platforms and tools
  • Willingness to travel and work away from home when required, including occasional evening or weekend commitments
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently, while also being a collaborative team player

Vanilla Recruitment