Event Manager (B2B Events)

TL;DR

Event Manager (B2B Events/IT Channel): Managing global registration, distributor recruitment, and hotel logistics for Canalys Forum events across EMEA, Americas, and APAC with an accent on senior stakeholder engagement and high-end event experiences. Focus on optimizing distributor networks, coordinating VIP dinners, and overseeing complex international event logistics.

Location: Must be based in London (Hybrid - 3+ days in office)

Company

Omdia, part of Informa TechTarget, is a leading technology research and advisory group providing strategic market intelligence across global technology markets.

What you will do

• Lead global registration and attendee management for Canalys Forum events in EMEA, Americas, and APAC.
• Recruit and manage distributor partners to ensure a balanced network aligned with business goals and budgetary constraints.
• Oversee the "Captains of Industry" VIP dinner, including guest list coordination and logistics for C-suite executives.
• Manage event accommodation, room blocks, and hotel invoicing for global participants.
• Draft distributor agreements and deliver onboarding materials to align expectations and deliverables.
• Coordinate global press and VIP invitations and manage the Channel Partner Awards programme.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in B2B event management, preferably within the technology sector.
• Strong knowledge of the IT channel ecosystem (MSPs, resellers, distributors, vendors).
• Proficiency in event management software and budgeting tools.
• Experience managing senior-level stakeholders and established supplier relationships.
• Ability to work across global time zones and travel internationally as needed.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model with flexibility to work from home when not in the office.
• 25-27 days annual leave plus a birthday leave day.
• Company-funded private medical cover and a ShareMatch scheme.
• Professional development via mentoring platforms and LinkedIn Learning.
• Four days per year for volunteering with charity match funding.