Conference Manager (Medical Charity Events)

Location: Teddington

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £(phone number removed)

About the company

This highly successful, long established conference company is dedicated to organising impactful conferences and events that support medical charities and drive awareness, funding, and collaboration. The events bring together healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates to advance medical causes and improve lives.

About the Role

We are seeking a Conference Manager to lead the planning and execution of conferences and summits focused on medical research, fundraising, and advocacy. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage logistics, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure events run seamlessly while maintaining a strong focus on the mission of supporting medical charities.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute medical charity conferences, summits, and panel discussions.

• Develop event strategies that align with the goals of medical charities and healthcare partners.

• Build relationships with speakers, sponsors, vendors, and key stakeholders in the medical field.

• Oversee event marketing, registrations, and engagement strategies to maximise participation.

• Manage budgets, negotiate contracts, and ensure cost-effective event execution.

• Ensure seamless logistics, including AV setup, catering, travel arrangements, and on-site operations.

• Track KPIs, measure event impact, and provide insights for future improvements.

Qualifications & Skills

• 3-5+ years of experience in conference planning, event management, or nonprofit fundraising events.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.

• Experience working with medical professionals, researchers, or healthcare organisations is a plus.

• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.

• Proficiency in event technology and virtual event platforms.

• Willingness to travel for on-site event management.

Perks & Benefits

• £(phone number removed)

• Hybrid/remote work options.

• Meaningful work that supports medical research and charity initiatives.

• Travel opportunities to manage and attend impactful events