Conference Manager

Ref: JO-2610-363933

Environment: Hybrid
Contract Type: Permanent
Starts: 2026-12-01

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As a Conference Manager, you will take full ownership of content development and speaker management for your event portfolio. You will be responsible for researching industry trends, developing compelling conference agendas, securing high-profile speakers, and overseeing the on-site conference experience.

This role requires a commercially minded individual who can build strong relationships with senior industry professionals, collaborate effectively with internal teams, and deliver exceptional content that meets the needs of both attendees and stakeholders.

You will work closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams and act as the central point of contact for all conference content-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth industry research and trend analysis
Identify emerging topics and develop compelling conference themes
Design conference programmes and agenda content
Write engaging agenda copy, speaker invitations, and promotional content
Secure and manage senior-level speakers and industry experts
Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align content with commercial objectives
Coordinate with operations and digital teams to ensure seamless event delivery
Manage speakers and conference content on-site during events
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and industry leaders
Contribute to event promotion through professional networking platforms and industry engagement

About You

We are looking for a driven, curious, and commercially aware individual who enjoys engaging with senior professionals, researching new industries, and creating high-quality conference content.

Skills and Experience

Experience producing B2B conferences, events, or editorial content
Excellent research, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Strong written communication and content development abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Commercial awareness and experience working cross-functionally
Self-motivated and capable of working independently
Comfortable working across both virtual and in-person event environments
Proficiency with social media and professional networking platforms, particularly LinkedIn

Competencies

Customer Focus: Consistently prioritises attendee and stakeholder experience
Integrity: Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and sound judgement
Creativity: Brings fresh ideas and innovative thinking to content development
Collaboration: Works effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve shared goals
Continuous Improvement: Actively seeks opportunities to learn and enhance performance
Quality: Maintains high standards and attention to detail throughout the event lifecycle

Salt is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.