Senior Conference Producer (14m FTC)
Argus produces commercial conferences for the energy and commodities markets. We specialise in agriculture, chemicals, crude oil, energy transition, fertilizers, generation fuels, LPG, metals, oil products. Argus has dedicated conference teams in Houston, London, Moscow, Sao Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore, running a global portfolio of 40+ events.
We are currently looking for a driven, commercially astute Senior Conference Producer on a 14m FTC to join a dynamic global production team within our industry-leading portfolio on a fixed term basis. Your portfolio will consist of 4-5 events within the Biofuels, Marine Fuels and Metals sectors. Given the fixed‑term nature of the role, responsibilities will include onsite delivery, picking up certain projects partway through the production cycle, and leading some events from inception to completion.
You will be responsible for delivering commercially successful, well attended and critically respected conferences. Your primary responsibility is to write compelling conference programmes, in addition to identifying and securing a stellar speaker line-up of influential industry leaders, while managing the project from inception to completion. International travel will be needed as the conference producer will attend all events they deliver and may also travel for client meetings.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior producer who is looking to work on industry-leading, global conferences and be part of an experienced conference team within a very well-respected brand.
Key Responsibilities
Using desk, telephone and face-to-face client research write topical and compelling conference programmes reflecting the needs most pertinent to the sector
Identify the leading names in each sector, which organisations/individuals are most innovative and secure these bellwethers as speakers on every programme
Define the commercial proposition of each event
Build and understand a market map for each conference with insight into the value and strength of each buy-sell relationship
Develop a clear and concise growth strategy for each event and communicate this to the project team
Drive continued innovation in content, networking and delegate experience
Work effectively with peers in sponsorship sales, delegate marketing, conference operations, delegate sales and customer service to ensure full and effective delivery of each project
Communicate professionally with Argus editorial, business development, consulting and subscription sales to ensure we benefit from synergies with the rest of the Argus business and speak with one voice to our clients
Complete projects to deadline and on budget
Understand how market developments will impact the sectors in which you operate, and where an opportunity arises, propose new/launch conferences because of this
Network with clients at Argus events and in the market generally to ensure you are part of the industry
Develop a passion for the markets in which you operate
Deliver all the above on five or six conference projects annually
Skills and Experience
3+ years experience of producing commercial B2B conferences
Intelligent – educated to degree level (or equivalent)
Commercial – understand more than what is just interesting, but what each market development means for our clients and Argus
Innovative – thinks outside the box and looks for approaches to overcoming challenges
Driven – ambitious and a self-starter that is motivated to exceed targets
Networkable – the ability to develop strong professional relationships with colleagues and clients
Client focused – empathy and strong client relationship skills
Confident – sure of oneself without displaying arrogance. But will demonstrate they listen and act on feedback when given
Deadline focused – ability to multi-task and deliver projects on time while under pressure, by managing their time and prioritising effectively
Strong written and verbal communication with colleagues and clients at all levels of seniority
Believes in the Argus values of Passion, Integrity, Excellence and Results
What’s in it for you
Our rapidly growing, award-winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognizes and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success.
Competitive salary and company bonus scheme
Group pension scheme
Flexible working environment
25 days holiday per annum (pro rata)
Extensive internal and external training
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