Delegate Manager

Yolk Recruitment are partnered with a renowned player in the media and events industry, specialising in creating and delivering high-quality events that connect senior decision-makers from leading global brands with innovative technology solutions. Their events portfolio includes both large-scale conferences and intimate networking sessions, tailored to facilitate meaningful business connections and industry insights. The team is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment, with a strong emphasis on professional growth and development.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised professional with over 3 years of experience in event management to join a dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Conference Director, this role focuses on developing, nurturing, and expanding a comprehensive events programme, both in-person and online. The successful candidate will oversee high-quality project management, event operations, and programming, as well as manage the 1-2-1 networking process. As a Delegate Manager, you will play a crucial role in attracting senior decision-makers from leading global brands to participate in industry-leading events.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conducting research on senior Supply Chain executives to understand their market objectives.
• Engaging with senior executives from Blue-Chip/Fortune 1000 organisations globally, including notable clients like Nestlé, P&G, Mars, and PepsiCo.
• Communicating with senior decision-makers about their priority projects and matching them with relevant technology companies.
• Managing the end-to-end delivery of our 1-2-1 networking programme, including engaging with delegates before and after events and driving process improvements.
• Maintaining a clean and up-to-date CRM database.
• Delivering small satellite events (15-25 participants) within the events portfolio, covering research, programming, and operations.
• Identifying and securing senior-level speakers for events.
• Contributing to the outreach strategy for events and the 1-2-1 networking programme, collaborating closely with the marketing team.
• Ensuring strong communication and collaboration with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Developing strategic relationships with key suppliers.

Essential Skills

• A degree-level education.
• Over 3 years of experience in event management, with exposure to formalised 1-2-1 business meetings and networking programmes.
• Exceptional organisational skills, including multitasking abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office, G Suite, and experience with 'lead sourcing' using LinkedIn.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong CRM skills, particularly with HubSpot and Salesforce.
• A drive to exceed targets and goals.
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• A proven track record of working from home for at least 2 years.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• A desire to learn and develop new skills.
• Experience with Asana and Monday.com task management platforms.

Compensation

• Competitive base salary.
• 25 days of annual leave, plus an additional day for each year worked.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote working.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Company social events.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through Yolk Recruitment. If this role isn't right for you, we may have other opportunities. Please check our website for other potential roles and if you want a confidential chat, pop me an email to arrange.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, embracing diversity and encouraging applications from all qualified candidates. Please note, due to the high number of applications, we cannot guarantee a response for every role. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, please check our website for more opportunities.