On Site AV Event Operations Manager (Blue Chip)

On site AV Event Operations Manager – The main purpose of the role is to be responsible for the oversight of multimedia operations required to support the roadshow and conference event team. The position will see you working in the financial area within a team environment and will be integral to help deliver the desired professional production:
Responsibilities:
Provide managerial oversight of the UK/EMEA Event Production team and team schedules.
Liaise with Events and Roadshow marketing contacts on a regular basis along with inter-departmental teams (e.g. Webcasting, Video Production, Onsite AV Support, VIP IT support, etc.).
Schedule and plan weekly meetings and agendas for the team. Meet with other departments on regular basis.
Oversee invoice processing with producers and vendors.
Create and review overall metrics and cost savings spreadsheets. Create and review budget estimates. Handle department budget, and quarterly budgets for reports.
Create cost savings initiatives.
Coordination with branding team to ensure the company’s brand is appropriately represented at events.
Oversee preferred vendor relationships.
Work with planners on national vendor contracts.
Handle, review and update contracts and SOP manuals within department and with vendors.
Handle equipment purchases.
Review and approve timesheets, manage OT, and conduct yearly or periodic performance reviews.
Oversee the new hire process.
Key skills:
Event production background, preferably some A/V, IT or event technical experience.
with creating and managing budgets.
Strong team player.
Experiences working in a corporate environment preferred. Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
Flexible, adaptable team player.
Display a professional and courteous manner to all clients and technical staff.
Sharp organization and prioritizations skills.
Extended hours as necessary.
40 hours per week of 07:00-19:00 hrs Monday to Friday, however due to the nature of the role some flexibility will be required
If you have previous experience working in house / on site in either the venue / hotel / conference centre / banking financial / live events arena then please send me your CV for consideration
NO SPONSORSHIP IS ON OFFER YOU MUST BE IN THE UK AND WORKING HERE LEGALLY
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