Conference Producer - Akabo Media : Job Details

Job Type: Full time (37.5 hours). Fully office based.

Location: Borough, SE1

Salary: £30,000

About the Company

Akabo Media is a leading publishing and events B2B company specializing in the logistics, supply chain, tolling, robotics, automation, and transport industries. We are committed to delivering high-value content and providing exceptional experiences through our magazines, conferences, awards, and exhibitions.

We have events in the UK, USA, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

Examples of our events and publications include:

·IntraLogisteX

· Supply Chain Excellence Awards

· Road User Charging Conference

· Logistics Manager Magazine

· And more!

Job Purpose

As a Conference Producer, you will be responsible for the content planning, development, and execution of high-profile conferences and events within the supply chain, logistics, robotics, and automation industries. You will oversee the entire conference lifecycle, from conceptualisation to post-event evaluation.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of end-to-end content production, which includes conducting in-depth industry research, designing agenda themes, and securing top-tier speakers.

By providing essential support across various aspects of conference production, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, successful events that meet organisational objectives and exceed attendee expectations.

Core Tasks

• Conduct thorough research with industry leaders to understand key priorities and challenges in the sector, informing the event programme's content.
• Work closely with the marketing team to develop strategies for event promotion and drive bookings, generating captivating promotional content for various channels.
• Collaborate with the commercial team, sharing market intelligence and leads, and ensuring sponsor speakers are successfully integrated into the event programme.
• Manage logistical elements of conference seminars, ensuring all sessions run smoothly and any changes are effectively managed.
• Identify, invite, and confirm high-calibre speakers for each event, ensuring they are well-prepared with necessary materials.
• Design conference agendas that excite and engage, with fresh, innovative approaches to sessions and speaker formats, strong copy writing skills are a must.
• Website content - ensure all content areas of the website related to the seminar are kept fully up to date and populated with latest speaker news and content.

Key Skills

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• At least 1 year of experience in conference production or a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow directions meticulously.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and confident communication abilities.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and highly adaptable to changes.
• Strong time management skills, showcasing the ability to prioritise and complete tasks ahead of deadlines.
• Readiness to travel both domestically and internationally.
• The ability to meet deadlines and comfortably manage multiple events.
• The ability to foster and manage professional relationships internally and externally.

What We Offer

• 20 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) increasing to 25 days after one year’s service.
• Paid birthday off and 3 paid days off over Christmas.
• Free Private Medical Insurance & gym membership discounts.
• Group Pension scheme.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme.
• Social & Company events.
• Modern office near London Bridge.
• Opportunity to travel within the UK & internationally (Miami, Brussels, Asia etc).
• Season Ticket Loan.
• Dress down Fridays.
• Training & development opportunities with money contributed towards personal development of your choice.