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Conference Manager (JR102316)

London
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Posted 3 days ago

OverviewAt Clarion, our people are at the absolute heart of what we do. We’re proud that our core values of

PASSION ,

CARE ,

IMAGINATION , and

TRUST

define the way we carry out our work across all of our exhibitions and conferences.

If you share our values and want to be a part of a successful, dynamic, and creative global business then we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity:

Clarion’s Gaming Division is the world’s biggest information provider for the global gaming (gambling) sector. We are more than just a service provider in the industry; we are a partner and are passionate about doing whatever it takes to connect, support, promote and defend the interests of businesses throughout the international gaming neighbourhood - 365 days a year.

Market reports predict that the global iGaming market will grow to a $140bn market by 2028 - you are therefore joining an established but growing organisation in a very lucrative, ever-evolving, highly sociable and exciting industry.

We''re looking for an exceptional content professional to lead the content strategy, research, development, and execution of our high-level conference and workshop programmes across our iGB Events portfolio that comprises 2 leading annual iGaming events – iGB L!VE (London) and iGB Affiliate (Barcelona).

These events will enhance attendance at our established exhibition-led conferences, alongside delivering revenue via development of our Premium content offering. This will all be delivered through thought-provoking and critical topics relevant to the global iGaming industry.

Reporting directly to the Portfolio Director, this role is ideal for someone who thrives on turning insight into critical content strategy in a role that offers rare access to the most successful businesses and people in the global iGaming industry.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic content lead across our iGaming Events brands

Commercial validation of potential premium content across the Portfolio

Developing a deep understanding of the global iGaming and Affiliate markets

End-to-end production of conference programmes at iGB L!VE and iGB Affiliate events

Conduct in-depth research with all corners of the Gaming industry to identify trends and hot topics

Continuously monitor global gaming and affiliate marketing trends, emerging technologies and regulatory developments

Build commercially driven agendas and secure top-tier speakers

Collaborate with industry stakeholders to help integrate our content into different gaming communities

Identify new opportunities for content and event formats based to enhance customer experience and drive additional value

Engage with key players across the gaming ecosystem to stay ahead of industry shifts

Write compelling marketing and event copy for brochures, websites, and email campaigns

Identify speakers and industry experts for commentary and promotion

Maintain a strong presence on social media to build community and extend programme reach

Work closely with Portfolio Director, Sales, Marketing, Operations and Customer Success departments to align and deliver on event strategy and execution

Provide detailed internal briefs to guide campaign planning, content marketing, and logistical planning

Share key insights and audience feedback to support commercial success, audience engagement and strategy

Oversee all aspects of onsite theatre management

Manage speakers to ensure that they are briefed and ready for their sessions

Liaise with our onsite team to ensure a seamless delegate experience

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours

Proven experience in a conference production or conference management role is essential

Educated to degree level, in an analytical or content-focused subject is desirable or alternatively equivalent experience

Strong commercial awareness with a results-driven mindset

Ability to meet group deadlines

Persuasive and collaborative, with a clear understanding of team dynamics

Outstanding writing ability for producing high-quality copy and detailed reports

Excellent research skills with an eye for uncovering insights and trends

Highly organised, with strong project management capabilities

Committed to creating innovative, inclusive, and engaging conference programmes

Quick to grasp complex and technical subject matter across a range of industries

Clear and confident communicator, adaptable to diverse audiences and professional settings

Creative with the ability to deliver market leading live experiences

ValuesThe Gaming team is a group of enthusiastic individuals driven by the following values:

We love the unexpected

We’re adventurous and willing to try new things

We embrace and drive change

We aim to surprise and delight

We’re open and happy to share

We engage with stakeholders outside the event

We build sharing communities

We embrace others’ ideas

We’re committed to caring

We take personal responsibility to get things done

We always think about every step of the experience

We strive to understand and meet customers’ needs

We continuously learn

We actively seek inspiration from all quarters

We constantly strive to improve what we do and how we do it

We help learning lead to growth

About Clarion EventsClarion Events is one of the world’s leading event organisers, producing and delivering innovative and market-leading events since 1947.

Clarion Events is a privately held company with Blackstone as owner. Blackstone is one of the world’s leading global investment funds, investing capital for the long term to build successful, resilient businesses.

Clarion Events embrace diversity and equal opportunities in all that we do. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Our purpose is to deliver exceptional customer outcomes and experiences, by making every connection count. Our vision is we want every one of our products to be a market leader in customer satisfaction and delight.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

End of year wellbeing shutdown (closed for the last week of the year)

Celebration day off (e.g. birthday, Diwali, Eid, etc)

Summer Hours in August (3pm finish on Fridays)

Helping Our World (HOW) Days – one paid day per quarter to carry out charity work

Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Wellbeing Library (MYNDUP)

Mentoring Programme

Subsidised Café

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work Schemes

Free on-site gym and shower facilities

Free eyesight tests

Free flu vaccination – offered on site once a year for all ..... full job details .....

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