London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
3 days ago
PGIM European Services Ltd | Director, Events Planning

A GLOBAL LEADING ASSET MANAGER WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers.

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.

What you will do:

The Events Director, EMEA will be a passionate and experienced events marketing professional with proven success in managing and executing events and sponsorships. You will oversee the entire event lifecycle, from calendar management, invite process and logistics, to on-site execution and client experience, branding and post-event analysis. This includes managing internal and external stakeholder relationships, driving attendee engagement, and ensuring that every event delivers a measurable impact.

We are looking for candidates who are team-oriented, detail focussed, and have a flexible, can-do attitude. An individual who works well in a dynamic and fast paced environment will fit in well with the team and culture at PGIM.

What you can expect:

Seen as a subject matter expert in event planning and delivery for both in-person and virtual events

Create event delivery project management plans, ensuring measurable objectives and clear KPIs are set that align with business objectives

Proactively report on event updates, ROI and demonstrate impact through business results

Lead and contribute to the development of best practices, procedures, and systems

Ensure procedures are followed and consistency of experience is delivered throughout all events and client touchpoints

Responsible for updating and tracking event details in the global calendar

Be a brand ambassador who understands the value proposition and works to uphold and promote it through events

Partner with business partners, content and product marketing, social media, comms, brand and design, and digital marketing teams for cohesive and strategic event management and activation

Execute event planning and project management to include but not exhaustive of:

Vendor and venue sourcing and management

Contract negotiation

Budgeting, forecasting and reconciliation

Define clear objectives, measurement for success, and metrics

Event communication plan and timeline

Attendee experience, logistics and delivery

Branding experience and content development

Compliance and risk management

Troubleshooting

Sponsorship management

Able and willing to support execution across marketing channels for projects outside of events when seasonality of event calendar allows

What you will bring:

5 -7 years of corporate or financial service sector event management experience

Demonstrable hands-on experience of successful event project planning and delivery of both virtual and in-person event formats

Bachelor's degree in Events management or a related field, such as Project Management or Marketing

Experience with the following desirable: Salesforce, Adobe, Exact Target, Cvent, On24, Zoom Events or similar CRM’s, event apps, and virtual event platforms

Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Able to travel 10-15% of the time to be the on-site representative

What will set you apart?

Client and detail obsessed, passionate about event experience

Skilled communicator who can interact and partner effectively with multiple stakeholders

Highly organised and methodical project manager who excels in time management and handling multiple high-level projects

Sound decision maker who is capable of independent thought, yet knows when and how to seek the appropriate advice and approvals

Team player who can work individually or part of a team to achieve project goals

Entrepreneurial, innovative, and resourceful individual who can identify creative solutions  to complex challenges and share insights across teams

Highly motivated, flexible, embraces feedback, and thrives in high-pressure situations

High level of energy and integrity, professionalism, and respect for a diversity of opinions and styles, and is not afraid of accountability and responsibility

A critical and creative thinker who challenges the norm to identify the best solutions

*PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer you:

Private Medical Insurance: PGIM offers private medical insurance and pays the full premium on behalf of all employees.

Annual Leave of 25 days at full pay.

Retirement Savings Plan: Employees receive a company contribution of 10% basic annual salary and a maximum employer-matching contribution of 5% of basic annual salary.

Life Assurance & Income Protection: Life Assurance for 12 times you basic annual salary, up to a max benefit of £1.8million. 60% of your basic annual salary for a limited payment terms of 5 years, at the end of which a capital sum of 2x your basic annual salary is payable.

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About PGIM – Global Asset Management

PGIM is the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a leading global investment manager with nearly US$1.4 trillion in assets under management as of 30 September 2024. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate and alternatives.

With a history dating back 148 years, and experience through more than 30 market cycles, PGIM takes a long-term view, not only in our investment philosophy, but also in how we develop our talent. We want to see our employees excel from their first day with the firm and throughout their tenure with PGIM. We will inspire you, support you, and help you reach your greatest personal and professional aspirations. If PGIM sounds like the place for you, join us. For more information about PGIM, visit PGIM.com.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Prudential Financial, Inc. is focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.

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Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services, some of which may not be available in your area.

We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit www.prudential.com to learn more about our values, our history and our brand.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status , medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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