Senior Conference Producer

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Who we are

With over 30 years of experience, EuroFinance is the leading global provider of treasury & cash management events, training, content and research. Across the portfolio, our mission is to bring the brightest minds and most influential voices in treasury together to advance the industry forward.

At the heart of this is our flagship event. EuroFinance International Treasury Management is the leading global gathering for senior treasury professionals. Annually, it convenes 2500 attendees, connecting them with over 120 innovative fintechs and leading financial institutions who sponsor the event.

EuroFinance is proudly part of The Economist Group (TEG) - an organisation that exists to drive progress. Our businesses share a devotion to innovation, independence and rigour in their fields of expertise. We empower people to understand and tackle the critical challenges and changes facing the world.

The role
We are seeking a highly motivated senior conference producer to lead the development and delivery of our portfolio of US-based events, expanding our footprint and driving commercial growth. Reporting into the Head of Content & Programming, EuroFinance, the role will be based in London and will require travel to the USA through the year.

Responsibilities

Programming: 

• Lead programme development for assigned digital events and in-person conferences. Research event themes; develop speaker lists and manage speaker invitation campaigns; brief speakers and moderators prior to events; and, manage on-site delivery of events and any post-event deliverables
• Oversee the strategic growth of our US portfolio 
• Contribute to revenue growth and work closely with the commercial team to develop new business opportunities and ensure commercial targets are met while ensuring editorial independence of content and programmes
• Work with The Economist’s editorial team to ensure that programme themes and topics meet the high-quality standards of the brand
• Establish and develop high-level contacts and relationships with corporates, banks, vendors and fintechs, governments and influential industry bodies and players in key markets in the region and around the world
• Act as a mentor to junior team members to provide ideas, guidance and support as needed

Cross-functional support:

• Working with sales: develop thought starters and proposals for event proposals. Leading some select strategic proposals and pitches. Manage sponsor relationships on events and projects throughout the year as it relates to your projects programming and content
• Working with marketing: complete marketing brief at outset of project. Conduct market research into key themes and competitive events. Define target audiences and create communications materials that will drive registrations
• Work with operations: manage speaker co-ordination and logistical arrangements

Key skills and competencies

• Extensive experience as a programme editor or conference producer
• Significant experience in large-scale event programme creation, editorial or a related field
• Strong primary and secondary research skills which translate into ability to deliver compelling event programmes
• Exceptional organisation and time-management skills
• Proven experience managing content creators, with the ability to mentor, nurture and develop young talent  
• Strong commercial acumen and confident client management skills
• A calm temperament and positive attitude
• The ability to juggle multiple projects successfully and meet deadlines
• The ability to influence, persuade, negotiate and build rapport

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Working Arrangements

The majority of our roles operate on a hybrid working pattern, with 3+ days office attendance required. 

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What we offer

Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.

You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.