Creative Strategy Manager (events), THE ECONOMIST
About The Economist Group
Founded in 1843, The Economist Group is a global media and information services organisation dedicated to helping people understand the world's most pressing challenges.
Through its businesses, The Economist, Economist Enterprise and Economist Education, the group delivers trusted journalism, research, analysis and insights to individuals and organisations in more than 170 countries.
Economist Enterprise brings together research, data, events and commercial expertise to help businesses navigate global economic and geopolitical change, make informed decisions and connect with influential audiences.
About the Role
The Economist Group is looking for a Creative Strategy Manager, Events to develop innovative, commercially compelling event concepts that support new business opportunities and strengthen client relationships.
Working within Economist Enterprise, you'll transform client objectives into creative event proposals, combining strategic thinking, storytelling and commercial insight.
You'll collaborate with sales, partnership strategy and event delivery teams to develop tailored solutions that balance creativity, commercial objectives and practical execution.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys developing ideas, shaping client propositions and creating meaningful experiences for global audiences.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development of creative and strategic proposals for bespoke and large-scale events.
Translate client briefs and business objectives into compelling, insight-led event concepts.
Work closely with sales teams to develop commercially viable proposals that balance creativity, profitability and delivery.
Collaborate with partnership strategists to develop integrated solutions combining events, research, content and other services.
Research market trends, client needs and industry developments to identify opportunities for innovation.
Manage and continuously improve the proposal development process.
Develop and maintain pitch presentations, proposal templates, case studies and commercial resources.
Analyse client feedback and proposal outcomes to improve future pitches and business development approaches.
Build strong relationships across sales, events and strategy teams to ensure effective collaboration.
Skills & Experience
Experience developing strategic proposals, creative concepts or client solutions within a business to business environment.
Strong commercial awareness, including pricing, profitability and project feasibility.
Experience in live events or a strong understanding of event planning, design and delivery.
Excellent written communication, presentation and storytelling skills.
Strong analytical thinking and the ability to translate insights into strategic recommendations.
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing senior stakeholders.
Ability to influence decisions and build consensus across different departments.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
A proactive, curious and collaborative approach to problem solving.
Adaptability and confidence working in a fast-paced commercial environment.
Benefits
Hybrid working with at least three days per week in the office.
Competitive pension scheme.
Private health insurance.
24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through the Employee Assistance Programme.
Up to 25 days per year working from anywhere, subject to eligibility.
Generous annual leave and parental leave policies.
Paid volunteering days and dedicated time off for moving home.
Free access to The Economist's digital content, apps and podcasts.
Opportunities for professional development and collaboration across a global organisation.
How to Apply
If you're a creative strategist with strong commercial instincts and a passion for events, storytelling and developing innovative client solutions, The Economist Group would love to hear from you.
Apply through The Economist Group's careers website.
