Events Director Full Time

PRI Association

• LOCATION: London or Paris (hybrid working – ideally 2-3 days in the office), but open to other European locations

Job Description The Director of Events will be responsible for developing and delivering the vision for PRI’s global and regional in-person and online events, all designed to bring together signatories, the broader investment industry, policy makers, academics and the media to collaborate to drive the responsible investment agenda forward.

The role will build on PRI’s existing global programme of events, including continuing to develop and evolve the PRI’s flagship annual conference, PRI In-Person, which currently hosts 1000+ attendees over three days with several side events and parallel and adjacent events. In addition, in line with a stronger focus on convening local ecosystems, the post-holder will be responsible for growing the PRI’s global events offering by rolling out a series of high-profile regional conferences/events (in-person and online), driving new and innovative ways of convening signatories and stakeholders.

The director will also be responsible for providing direction, coaching and support to the Events team, as well as managing team budgets. The job will require strong programme management to coordinate and communicate the progress of the suite of events, and extensive internal communication and collaboration to deliver.

Reports to: Director of Marketing and Signatory Experience

Direct reports:

• Head of Event Content
• Senior Manager, Events – PRI-In Person

Core Responsibilities Strategy, business planning and budget:

• Support the Director of Marketing and Signatory Experience in delivering against the team’s business plan and budget
• Develop and implement the PRI’s event strategy, developing a pipeline of innovative events across multiple channels that support the PRI’s strategic objectives.
• Manage the team’s business planning and budgeting – ensure the team have the appropriate resources and funds in place to deliver against commitments

Event development and delivery:

• Programme management – project plans, budgets, resource management, etc, including regular reporting on progress, highlighting wins and escalating issues as needed
• Provide direct management or strong oversight of suppliers and contractors, ensuring strong relationships and constructive engagements
• Coordinate internal teams and external contributors’ resources to deliver events on time, within budget and in line with expectations of sponsors.
• Supported by the Head of Event Content, oversee the research and development of conference topics and draft agendas for key events, responding to market developments and signatory demands, in consultation with colleagues, signatories and other stakeholders.
• Oversee the sourcing and recruitment of speakers and high-profile keynotes. The director will take a leading role in managing high profile events.
• Oversee the choice of suitable venues and other event-related logistics.

Team leadership:

• Provide oversight, leadership and overall accountability of the events team, supporting their development and managing their performance effectively to help the team fulfil their potential.

Internal stakeholder engagement and reporting:

• Provide or facilitate regular internal communications and briefings, ensuring all internal stakeholders are informed, enthused and contributing as needed
• Provide regular and ad hoc reporting to the Leadership Team and Board as required
• Provide regular reporting to the Director of Marketing and Signatory Experience, Chief Operations Officer and Board as required

Person Specification and Selection Criteria This is a bullet list of the skills, experience, and behaviours you will need to be successful in the role and be assessed against within the recruitment process.

Criteria

• Proven track record of building a programme and leading successful events and managing medium-to-large scale conferences from conception to completion. Including:
• Ability to identify market trends, hot topics and speakers, converting these into compelling live events.
• Experience recruiting and managing C-suite/VIP speakers/keynotes.
• Experience adding new or innovative conference features, content or formats that drive increased delegate attendance, engagement or satisfaction
• Experience in managing suppliers and contractors, developing strong relationships to ensure effective working.
• Experience in developing and managing strategy, business plans and resourcing requirements.
• Experience in working with sponsors, ensuring ability to deliver commitments
• Experience working in international environments and with diverse groups of stakeholders and cultures, ideally in an organisation that has experienced or is experiencing significant growth
• Well-developed people management skills (including providing feedback & challenge, coaching and developing individuals) and the ability to build and lead high performing hybrid teams.
• Leadership skills (including role-modelling positive behaviours, being genuine and vulnerable, driving change and making things happen) and the ability to think strategically and systemically and act for the long-term benefit of the organisation.
• Exceptional programme management skills, with experience in delivering complex projects successfully, including directing others that may not be your direct reports
• Subject matter expertise and understanding of ESG and the broader finance space, notably around the sustainable finance agenda and responsible investment issues (ESG disclosure and data, reporting standards, corporate governance etc.) is desirable.
• Previous experience within the financial services, asset management and/or asset owner industry is desirable.
• Strong verbal (including public speaking) and written communications skills in English. Ability to engage and motivate, present complex information and lead meetings with senior stakeholders.
• A collaborative and consultative approach to working with others & committed to fostering an inclusive environment, able to take ownership of challenges or complaints and see them through to resolution.
• Demonstrates a commitment to developing others and a growth mindset, actively pursuing continuous profession and personal development
• Excellent networking, influencing and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong and productive relationships and demonstrate credibility at a senior level as a trusted partner in different circumstances (remote/in-person or internal/external) with a clear understanding of what drives people and how to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Business development skills including the ability to understand stakeholder needs, provide solutions and influence outcomes
• IT/Digital skills (Microsoft Office, events management systems, CRM, social media, webcasts, etc.)
• As this is a global role, a limited amount of international travel may be required i.e. venue scoping and attendance for major events, likely to include 1-3 locations and 2-3 trips per location per year .
• Language skills, other than English, are desirable

We particularly welcome candidates from under-represented groups, including Black, Asian, and other People of Colour, those with visible or non-visible disabilities, LGBTQ+ candidates and those who are neurodivergent.

The PRI is committed to offering flexibility to our employees, both formal (e.g. part-time work) and informal (e.g. a shift in hours to accommodate caring responsibilities). Please talk to us about how we could make this role flexible for you.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

Please note this role is being exclusively managed by Carter Murray – Please contact Andy for further information –

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