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Events Manager - London (Airbus)

Location: London (Welling House HQ) - 60% onsite with flexibility

Contract Type: Until October 2026 (with potential extension)

Hours: 35 hours/week (4.5 days, between 7am-7pm)

Pay: £25.41/hr (PAYE) | £34.00/hr (Umbrella)

Security Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by Airbus Security)

Travel: Frequent, across UK and potentially Europe

IR35 Status: Inside

About The Role

We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Events Manager to lead the delivery of high-profile corporate events and VIP visits at Airbus. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of one of the world's leading aerospace organisations, where your creativity, precision, and people skills will shape unforgettable experiences.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead end-to-end event delivery: From concept to execution, ensuring seamless logistics and exceptional hospitality.
• Engage with senior stakeholders: Including ministers, VIPs, and executive leadership.
• Ensure protocol excellence: Manage ceremonial and official arrangements with precision and cultural sensitivity.
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Align with internal teams and external agencies to deliver consistent, branded experiences.
• Optimise budgets and procurement: Monitor spend, ensure compliance, and drive cost-efficiency.
• Champion safety and sustainability: Uphold Health & Safety standards and promote eco-conscious practices.
• Report and improve: Evaluate event performance and supplier effectiveness to drive continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum 5 years' experience in corporate event management and protocol.
• Proven track record managing large-scale, high-profile events.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to thrive under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills-comfortable engaging with everyone from contractors to VIPs.
• High attention to detail and a service-first mindset.
• Experience in branding, hospitality, ethics & compliance, and project management is a plus.
• Fluent in English (oral and written); additional languages are a bonus.
• Budget management and procurement process knowledge.
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours when needed.

Why Join Us?

At Airbus, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and impact. This role offers the chance to shape experiences that matter-whether welcoming global leaders or showcasing cutting-edge aerospace achievements.