Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum 2+ years of proven experience as an Events Manager., Strong project management and organizational skills., Knowledge of UK venues and suppliers., Excellent communication skills and attention to detail..

Key responsibilities:

Own the end-to-end delivery of Tech Nation events, including planning, budgeting, and on-site management.

Collaborate with internal teams to develop event content, branding, and partner deliverables.

Manage supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, and logistics for events.

Participate in post-event reviews to identify improvements and innovate event experiences.

Job description

We’re looking for an Event Operations Manager to join our passionate team and play a key role in the planning and delivery of events across Tech Nation’s programmes and flagship initiatives. You’ll collaborate closely with teams across the organisation to bring new and existing event formats to life, creating impactful experiences that connect and support the UK’s most exciting founders. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited about shaping the future of UK tech through exceptional event delivery.

Tech Nation, supercharged by Founders Forum Group, is the leading growth platform and industry body for startups and scaleups across the UK. We deliver around 80 dynamic events each year, ranging from intimate founder dinners and hands-on workshops to high-impact pitch showcases, conferences, and retreats. With event sizes typically between 20 and 200 guests, we are constantly innovating and evolving our approach to best serve our vibrant community of UK startups and scaleups.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Event Operations & Project Management

Own the end-to-end delivery of Tech Nation events, including scheduling, budget management, venue sourcing, catering, production, supplier coordination, staff briefings, and on-site management.
Maintain the central event schedule and ensure our Notion master plan is always up to date.
Track costs, manage forecasts, and ensure events are delivered within budget.

For larger events, create and manage detailed project plans with clear expectations, timelines, and deliverables for all stakeholders.
Lead on supplier sourcing and contract negotiation for venues, AV, catering, staffing, security, and other event needs.

Collaboration & Coordination

Collaborate with Programme Leads to develop clear event briefs, supporting them on content development, agendas, speaker requirements, and run-of-show timings.
Partner with the Marketing team to coordinate guestlists, name badges, dietary requirements, event branding, and photography/videography.
Work with the Partnerships team to ensure all partner deliverables are fulfilled in line with contractual agreements.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Contribute to the creative development of events, bringing ideas that elevate the guest experience and increase event value and impact.
Participate in post-event debriefs and strategic reviews, identifying opportunities to improve processes and experiences.

You’ll thrive in this role if…

Events are your passion and you have experience in planning successful events from concept to delivery
You have entrepreneurial drive - you’re creative, resilient, and self-motivated
You’re proactive, solutions-oriented, and love a challenge
You’re a collaborative team player who brings energy and positivity to every project
You’re passionate about tech, startups and innovation (Or keen to learn!)
You’re a strong communicator, comfortable engaging with senior internal stakeholders, founders, partners, and speakers
You’re a meticulous planner and can manage multiple projects simultaneously whilst maintaining a strong attention to detail
You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are always ready to roll up your sleeves
You have experience in creating and managing budgets and are confident in sourcing, negotiating, and managing relationships with suppliers and vendors

Requirements

Minimum 2+ years proven experience as an Events Manager
Excellent project management and organisational skills
Strong knowledge of UK venues and suppliers
Able to work early mornings and weekday evenings on event days
Happy to travel internationally occasionally if required (not guaranteed)
Knowledge and enthusiasm for the Tech ecosystem in the UK is an advantage but not essential
Driving licence is a bonus but not essential
The right to work in the UK

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience, with an annual discretionary bonus
25 days contractual annual leave
Enhanced discretionary leave provision, including an additional day off for your birthday and leave between Christmas and New Year's Day
Option to work remotely anywhere in the world for 3 weeks/year (1 week at Easter and 2 weeks during July/August)
Health insurance, with the option to add dependents
Life Insurance
AIG Smart Health access including online GP access and mental health support
Employee Assistance Program
Competitive pension provision
Perkbox membership with generous points allocation for day-to-day purchases
Learning and development annual allowance
Cycle to work scheme
Lunch 1x/week, office snacks, and regular team drinks
Quarterly team activities and annual team day out
Access to the Founders Forum Group network of businesses and wider tech ecosystem