At Oxford Global, our passion is driving innovation, expertise, and partnership within the life sciences industry. We are on a mission to empower professionals to accelerate research and achieve impactful results through cutting-edge, curated events, industry insights, and educational resources. Join us in shaping the future of the life sciences industry.
As a Conference Producer, you will be responsible for your own portfolio of events. Your work involves in-depth research of industry trends in order to recruit industry experts as speakers and develop a programme that covers the key areas of interest for your target audience. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Conference Producer eager to take the next step in their career and build their commercial acumen.
Role Responsibilities:
- Undertake comprehensive market research into the relevant industry and topics to develop commercially viable conferences, ensuring that all new events & topics are highly sponsorable and of interest to a distinct delegate pool
- Produce compelling conference agendas and recruit high-level speakers through lead sourcing the required level and mix of presenters to produce an industry leading conference, with emphasis on interactive programme elements as well as case study presentations
- Write and deliver delegate/sponsorship sales and marketing briefs for the event, ensuring they identify the key USPs, event purpose, commercial and marketing opportunities
- Write and proof-read various event documents, including marketing emails, agendas and web copy, to highlight benefits and stand out features of the event
- Attend all conferences produced and alongside other team members and perform all event management tasks required to ensure the smooth running of the event
We are looking for someone with:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a conference production role, ideally within the life sciences industry
- A degree or equivalent qualification
- A deadline driven approach and international travel is required
- Excellent research and writing skills
- The ability to work independently and with others in the campaign team
- Strong organisational skills, who can handle multiple projects within strict timelines
More about the role:
- Salary: £27,000 – £35,000 PA (depending on experience), plus commission
- Location: All our roles are hybrid (a mix of remote and in office). Our offices are located on the Botley Road in Oxford, with shops/restaurants within walking distance and easy access into Oxford City Centre.
- Job Type: Full time (37.5 hours a week)
Top perks:
As part of the team at OG, you’ll enjoy:
- Flexible/home/remote working – Flexible working and 2 days remote working a week (after induction/on-boarding)
- Holidays – Increment of holiday from 24 days up to 28 days per annum plus bank holidays
- One day of paid Birthday leave (on successful completion of probation)
- Travel Schemes - Save on the purchase of a new bike or electric car, Public Transport Loan Scheme
- Healthcare – 10 days full pay sick leave (additional 5 discretionary), reimbursement of eye tests, free flu jabs
- Enhanced company maternity & paternity pay (eligibility based on length of service)
- Wellness Programme – Company Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), wellness projects and other initiatives
- Plus: Frequent social activities, free on-site parking, free office food & drink, training
Pay: £27,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sabbatical
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Oxford OX2 0JJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for work visa status?
Experience:
- Conference Producer: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oxford OX2 0JJ
