Event Production Team Lead

Overview The Event Production Team Lead is a senior role responsible for overseeing the planning, production, and delivery of a global portfolio of awards ceremonies and conferences for Chambers & Partners. Managing a team of three Event Producers, the role ensures the successful execution of approximately 30 high-profile events per year, delivered to a consistently high standard and aligned with the company’s brand, values, and commercial objectives.

This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, acting as the main point of escalation for complex events while driving operational excellence, efficiency, and innovation across the events function. Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to fostering and promoting an inclusive professional environment for all of our employees, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are integral values of Chambers and Partners and are key in our culture. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. This commitment applies across all of our employment policies and practices, from recruiting and hiring to training and career development. We support our employees through our internal INSPIRE committee with Executive Sponsors, Chairs and Ambassadors throughout the business promoting knowledge and effecting change.

Applicants who identify as Disabled and/or Neurodiverse will be entitled to an interview if they meet the minimum criteria as specified in the Job Description, additionally we will offer reasonable adjustments to those who require them. Some examples of reasonable adjustments are extra time in assessments, video interviews to combat travel-based issues and advice on expected interview topics/questions.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of three Event Producers, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance management

• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of c.30 awards ceremonies and conferences annually, ensuring events are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard

• Act as senior production lead on flagship and complex events, including awards ceremonies, conferences, and client partnered events. 

• Own and maintain event production processes, timelines, budgets, and risk management frameworks

• Ensure robust health, safety, and duty-of-care procedures are embedded across all events

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including editorial, commercial, marketing, partnerships, and operations teams

• Manage relationships with external suppliers and venues, including AV, production agencies, staging, catering, and entertainment

• Oversee event budgets, cost control, and supplier negotiations to ensure value for money

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and audience experience across the events portfolio

• Support strategic planning for future events, including new formats, locations, and content-led initiatives

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in event production, with at least 2 years in a senior or team leadership role

• Proven experience delivering large-scale awards ceremonies and conferences, ideally within professional services, legal, media, or B2B environments

• Demonstrable experience managing multiple events simultaneously across different locations

• Strong people management skills, with experience leading and developing high-performing teams

• Excellent project management, organisational, and problem-solving skills

• Proven budget management experience, including forecasting, tracking, and reconciliation

• Strong supplier and stakeholder management capabilities

• Confident communicator with the ability to manage senior internal and external stakeholders

• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required

Person Specification

• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure

• Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate risks

• Collaborative team player with a leadership style that motivates and supports others

• Commercially aware, with a focus on delivering value and return on investment

• Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Passionate about delivering high-quality, memorable live events and experiences