Corporate Event Manager

Posting date:	01 April 2026
Salary:	£25 to £36 per hour
Additional salary information:	Contract for one year, hybrid 2-3 days at the office
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	01 May 2026
Location:	Crawley, RH10 9AD
Remote working:	Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week
Company:	Expert Employment
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	3220

Summary

We are looking an experienced Corporate Event Manager to plan and execute in-person events and trade shows in the UK and internationally. You will take full ownership of events, from venue selection to success metrics, ensuring budgets and timelines are met.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, manage, and execute corporate events and trade shows end-to-end

Manage attendees, logistics, and travel arrangements

Oversee contracts, vendor relationships, and budgets

Develop event content and coordinate with creative and design teams

Liaise with internal and external stakeholders throughout event lifecycle

Lead on-site event delivery and problem-solve in real-time

Requirements

Three years of experience in corporate event management, including B2B trade shows or conferences

Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and multitasking skills

Experience in both physical and virtual events

Bachelor degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

Proficient in MS PowerPoint and Excel

Self-starter, detail-oriented, and able to thrive under pressure

Travel Up to 30 percent, including international trips