THE JOB
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ROLE
JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
London, Greater London, South East, England
SALARY
£85000 - £95000 per annum
JOB TYPE
Permanent
DISCIPLINE
Events And Experiential
REFERENCE
Head of Projects -GK11481
JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary: Circa. £85K - £95K
Hybrid working
DNA Recruit is partnering with a leading business events agency, renowned for delivering world-class conferences and business events for some of the globe’s most prestigious brands within tech, finance, eCommerce and more.
We are on the lookout for a dynamic Head of Projects to lead on some of the agency’s key flagship events, inspiring a talented team of event experts including Project Directors, Producers, and Project Managers. You will come from a strong background in ensuring that projects are executed flawlessly by you and your team, and clients have a truly best in class experience.
You will be an exceptional problem solver and multi-tasker who can maintain an oversight of the bigger picture in a constantly moving landscape - balancing client relationships, resource and the needs of your team at all times.
If you’re passionate about creating unforgettable live events and have a proven track record in managing complex and large budget projects within a similar agency environment, we want to hear from you!
The role…
- As the Head of Projects, you will oversee a diverse team, providing guidance, mentorship, and leadership. You’ll foster an environment where team members at all levels can thrive and grow.
- Collaborate closely with other Heads of Departments and the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic direction Management:
- Ensure that every project meets the highest standards, from concept to execution, while maintaining quality control across all teams.
- Allocate resources effectively, aligning team strengths with project requirements and career development goals.
- Manage performance, support professional growth, and integrate freelance talent seamlessly into the team.
- Build and nurture strong relationships with existing clients, positioning yourself as the senior point of contact for high-level discussions.
- Lead critical project conversations, ensuring clear communication and smooth client experiences, even in challenging situations.
- Drive operational excellence by ensuring adherence to the agency’s best practices and processes, constantly seeking improvements.
- Manage project financials with precision, ensuring profitability while delivering exceptional value to clients.
- Identify and pursue new opportunities with existing clients, contributing to pitches and helping secure new business.
- Provide forecasting updates and insights to the Managing Director, supporting the agency’s growth objectives.
What We’re Looking For:
- A seasoned B2B events expert with extensive experience in delivering large-scale conferences and events, particularly for leading global brands.
- Proven leadership experience at "Head of" level, managing both permanent and freelance teams of 20+ members.
- Strong operational and commercial acumen, with a history of managing substantial budgets (£3m+).
- Exceptional planning and pre-production skills, with the ability to collaborate seamlessly with creative and production teams.
- A proactive leader who can inspire a team and lead from the front when necessary.
To be instantly considered for this role please click apply to send us your CV, and we can then get in touch should your skills and experience be what our client is looking for.
Please note you must have the right to work in the UK for your application to be considered.
DNA is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Job Reference: GK11481
DNA is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Although we try to respond to all applications, unfortunately, due to the high number we receive, we are unable to respond to all of those who are unsuccessful.
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DNA is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Although we try to respond to all applications, unfortunately due to the high number we receive we are unable to respond to all of those who are unsuccessful.
DNA Recruit deliver dynamic recruitment, search and talent solutions and provide insight, knowledge and credible introductions necessary for client side and agency roles. Areas we specialise in - New Business, Account and Project Management, Strategy and Planning, Events, Experiential, Creative and User Experience Design, Technology, Product, Marketing and Data roles for permanent, contract and freelance recruitment, search and selection, talent advisory and consulting across the UK and globally.
We offer up to £250 in vouchers for any referrals who pass their probationary period, so if you know of anyone who might be interested please forward the link for the job advert to them or fill in this form.
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