Jobs
Events & Exhibitions Project Manager
�� South Manchester (Hybrid)
�� Comms & Events Agency
�� £33,000-£38,000
Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing communications agency delivering high-impact events and exhibitions across the UK and internationally. They are now looking for a talented and motivated Events & Exhibitions Project Manager to join their growing team.
Agency experience and exhibitions delivery experience are essential for this role. Healthcare events experience is highly desirable.
The Role
You’ll lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of live events and exhibition projects – from planning through to on-site execution. This is a client-facing, hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced agency environment and enjoys managing complex, detail-driven projects.
Key Responsibilities
�� South Manchester (Hybrid)
�� Comms & Events Agency
�� £33,000-£38,000
Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing communications agency delivering high-impact events and exhibitions across the UK and internationally. They are now looking for a talented and motivated Events & Exhibitions Project Manager to join their growing team.
Agency experience and exhibitions delivery experience are essential for this role. Healthcare events experience is highly desirable.
The Role
You’ll lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of live events and exhibition projects – from planning through to on-site execution. This is a client-facing, hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced agency environment and enjoys managing complex, detail-driven projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end delivery of events and exhibition projects
- Coordinate cross-functional teams across production, creative, and logistics
- Act as the primary client contact, ensuring excellent service and delivery
- Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines
- Oversee on-site event and exhibition operations, troubleshooting where needed
- Source and manage suppliers, venues, and specialist contractors
- Negotiate with vendors to achieve best value and quality outcomes
- Build strong client relationships and support opportunities for repeat and new business
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ experience delivering events and/or exhibitions
- Previous agency-side project management experience (essential)
- Proven experience managing complex live event or exhibition builds
- Healthcare or medical events experience desirable
- Strong knowledge of event and exhibition production (AV, staging, lighting, build, logistics)
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills
- Highly organised with strong time management and multitasking ability
- Calm under pressure and confident managing live environments
- Degree in Event Management, Marketing, or related field (preferred)