Deputy Director – Pharma Conferences Up to £40,000 Central London, UK

Up to £40,000+ Extensive Profit Share & Career Progression
Central London – International Travel

The client is a leading large scale conference producer with an unrivalled heritage, due to exciting expansion a role has arisen for a Deputy Director to work on a growing Pharma portfolio.

Overview of the Role…
• Topic generation and verification of own portfolio and topics for new producers – honing your topic generation research skills to get the right product into the right places
• Target 3 months’ worth of product for team at topic brief stage prior to first hire starting
• Research and verify each topic through live telephone research before the production process commences
• Production of concise business case, risk analysis and topic brief for each event in good time
• Keep in touch with your industry and proactively network into specific industry areas

Business Development
• Creation & delivery of strategic plan for team growth/entry into the market space/industry
• Preparation of financial forecasts for team
• Proactively build on successful events
• Look for ways to increase profitability
• Constantly strive to enhance the delegate, sponsor and speaker experience

People Management
• Successful hiring, training, coaching and mentoring new producers
• Drive the production process for each event
• Co-ordinate the marketing, sales and sponsorship strategies for each event
• Closely monitor the performance of members of the team
• Develop and challenge high performers
• Conduct timely performance appraisals and manage the career path of each team member
• Maintain morale and motivation within the team
• Preparation & delivery of general production training

Operational Management
• Maintain high productivity levels across the team
• Ensure that deadlines are met
• Control event budgets
• Maximise profit margins
• Ensure that internal processes are adhered to
• Maintain high standards of programme execution
• Ensure that all events provide an excellent on site experience for our customers

For more info please send CV’s to dan@mediasearchinc.co.uk or call 07815697641 for more info