Event Operations Manager

Founders Forum Group

Event Manager delivering Founders Forum’s entrepreneur-focused conferences, gala dinners and ecosystem events. Managing suppliers, logistics, budgets and on-site operations across London-based hybrid work.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in event management, including operational planning, budget tracking, and logistics coordination. Proficient in using project management tools like Asana to enhance collaboration and streamline processes across multiple events.

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Event ManagementProject ManagementBudget TrackingSupplier NegotiationUK Tech Ecosystem Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Event OperationsLogistics CoordinationBudget ManagementContract ManagementProduction SchedulingTask TrackingVendor SourcingEvent Flow ManagementContingency PlanningGuest Experience Enhancement

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaborationCreativityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

AsanaGoogle Workspace

Industry Keywords

Event PlanningSupplier ManagementStakeholder EngagementPartnership DevelopmentTech Ecosystem

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the operational planning and delivery of Founders Forum events, including large-scale conferences, gala dinners, event experiences and new ecosystem events, under the direction of the Senior Event Operations Manager
Use Asana project boards to track tasks and timelines and align internal and external stakeholders
Support budget management, cost tracking and reconciliations for assigned events
Source, negotiate and manage venue and supplier relationships and contracts
Coordinate production, catering, event flow and layout, staffing, accommodation and travel logistics
Lead on-site operations, proactively manage issues and troubleshoot in real time
Produce running orders, production schedules, staff briefs and contingency plans
Develop scalable processes, templates and best practices across the events programme
Enhance guest experience and identify opportunities to improve production, flow and impact
Identify in-kind partnership opportunities to elevate events and reduce costs
Support post-event wrap-ups and evaluations and implement improvements
Collaborate with Content, Marketing, Community, Partnerships and the wider events team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant proven experience as an Event Manager
Extensive experience managing suppliers, vendors and contracts
Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple events at once
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable using project management tools such as Asana and standard office software including Google Workspace
Knowledge of the UK tech ecosystem is advantageous
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours around event dates, including some evenings and weekends
Right to work in the UK
Meticulous planning, end-to-end event operations and logistics coordination, and budget tracking experience
Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high standards and attention to detail
Vendor and supplier sourcing and negotiation skills
Ability to build relationships with entrepreneurs, partners, sponsors, corporates, agencies and suppliers
Proactive problem-solving attitude
Creative, resilient, self-driven and collaborative approach
Passion for events and creating memorable experiences

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days contractual annual leave
Enhanced discretionary leave provision, including an additional day off for your birthday and leave between Christmas and New Years Day
The option to work remotely anywhere in the world for 3 weeks/year (1 week at Easter and 2 weeks during July and August)
Private healthcare package
Mental health, wellbeing, and learning and development stipends
Lunch 1x/week, office snacks, and regular team drinks
Quarterly team activities and annual team trip/day out
Hybrid working model with 4 days spent in the office and 1 day with the option to work remotely/from home
Access to the Founders Forum Group network of businesses and wider tech ecosystem