Event Manager, BOAT International Media – 12 Months FTC

Job title: Event Manager, BOAT International Media – 12 Months FTC

Company: Boat International


Job description: Company DescriptionBOAT International is the world’s leading superyacht multimedia, data/market intelligence and events organisation.We produce luxury superyacht magazines, curate and deliver the world superyacht awards (the oscars for superyachts) and produce highly successful industry events such as the superyacht design festival and various owners club events hosted around the worldJob DescriptionJoin Our Team as an Event Manager12 MONTHS FTCAre you an experienced Event Manager? If so, we’d love to hear from you! At BOAT International Media, we’re looking for a talented professional to join our dynamic events team and contribute to delivering world-class international events that set the standard in luxury experiences.About the Role
As an Event Manager, you’ll lead projects within our events portfolio, creating innovative, bespoke events that bring together the elite of the superyacht industry. You’ll play a key role in planning, executing, and evaluating events that exceed expectations, delight our audiences, and meet the needs of our sponsors and partners. From high-level networking opportunities to exclusive experiences, you’ll ensure every detail is perfect.What You’ll Do

• Lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of events, from initial concepts to post-event analysis.
• Manage event budgets, including forecasting, cost control, and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with suppliers, sponsors, and partners to deliver exceptional events.
• Develop compelling marketing campaigns to boost audience engagement and ticket sales.
• Liaise with senior industry figures, including yacht owners, designers, and brokers.
• Ensure all events comply with health and safety standards and legal regulations.
• Support the team with logistical arrangements, including travel, branding, and accommodation.
• Mentor and motivate junior team members.

Qualifications

• A motivated and experienced Event Manager with a proven track record in delivering outstanding events.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal, with a customer-focused mindset.
• Proficiency in budgeting, financial processes, and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of digital marketing tools (e.g., HTML, Aventri, Salesforce) is an advantage.
• A proactive, can-do attitude with the resilience to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work occasional weekends or bank holidays.

Additional InformationBoat International is an Informa Group Company. We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.comSummary of employee benefits

• Annual leave – Full-time benefit is 33 days per year (25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays). The Company also offers up to an additional 3 days of paid time off during the Christmas office closure period. This applies to all staff employed during the closure period regardless of their start date or if notice has been given. These days do not form part of the annual leave entitlement.
• You will also receive your birthday off or the following day each year, provided it falls on a weekday.
• Long Service Award
• The holiday year after your 5th anniversary, you will be awarded one additional day of annual leave.
• Pension You will be auto-enrolled into the pension scheme provided you meet the criteria. Standard contributions are set at 4% but the Company matches employee contributions up to 5%.
• Death in Service Whilst an employee, cover for all staff (permanent and temporary) of two times annual salary.
• Maternity pays 12 weeks at 100% of basic pay followed by 27 weeks at Statutory Maternity Pay rate, provided at least one year service.
• Paternity pays 1 week at full pay, followed by a second week at Statutory Paternity Pay rate.
• Enhanced sick pay After probation, the company will pay up to two weeks full pay per year, increasing to five weeks based on the length of service.
• Cycle to Work -The Company operates a Cycle to Work scheme to enable you to enjoy tax free cycling.
• Refer a friend scheme We operate a refer a friend scheme where you are paid a £500 employee referral payment for successfully referring a friend or contact for employment with us. Payment is made upon successful completion of their probation.
• Love Wimbledon -Lots of discounts for shops, restaurants etc with a Love Wimbledon card.
• Summer Hours (Discretionary) Early finish at 3pm every Friday during July and August.
• Nuffield Health Gym Membership -Nuffield Health Gym across the road offers discounted membership rates for employees.
• Healthcare Cash Plan -The Company offers a health cash plan which helps with the costs of dental, physio, optical and other medical expenses. Please note that this is a taxable benefit.
• Season Ticket Loans -Employees can request an interest-free loan to purchase a Season Ticket to be repaid over 12 months.
• Whirlpool Appliance Discount Scheme -Employees benefit from our Whirlpool VIP discount scheme, under which you can enjoy savings of at least 20% on Whirlpool products, which includes Hotpoint and Indesit brands, plus free delivery. Products range from washing machines, refrigeration, cookers and dishwashers to Hotpoint’s Small Domestic Appliance range.

Please note that not all benefits are contractual and non-contractual benefits may change or cease at the company’s discretion.We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application. At Informa, you’ll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed.As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.

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Location: London

Job date: Thu, 03 Apr 2025 22:54:57 GMT

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