Overview
Events Manager Europe & Africa
UK - Herbalife Europe Limited / Herbalife U.K. Limited
The Atrium, Uxbridge, Middlesex UB8 1HB, United Kingdom
About the role:
As an Events Manager for the Europe & Africa region, you will play a key role in planning and delivering impactful events that align with our business objectives and enhance the experience of our Distributors. Reporting to the Director, Events Communications & Recognition, you will oversee various elements of the regional event calendar, from large-scale Extravaganzas to virtual and in-person conferences. This role includes 5-6 planned international trips per year, and you will also lead a direct report to support event operations.
How would you contribute:
1. Event Planning: Plan and manage elements of the annual calendar for the region, inclusive of physical and virtual events, vacations, Extravaganzas and more.
2. Event Coordination and Logistics: Identify and secure optimal venues, ensuring they meet the expectations of the Distributors and key stakeholders. Oversee all logistical aspects of events, including travel, accommodation, event set up, etc.
3. Budget management: Work with the Director of Events to understand the Budget allocation for each element of the event, manage and reconcile each line you are responsible for.
4. Supplier / Vendor management: Partner with key stakeholders and third-party vendors to negotiate contracts/terms, as required, and manage the ongoing relationship.
5. Event Technology: Partner with key internal stakeholders and vendors to implement and manage technology platforms to improve the Distributor experience, including registration, agendas, translation, virtual event platforms, etc.
6. Collaboration: Partner with peers, colleagues and wider teams, across the Regional events to ensure best practices are shared.
7. Brand compliance: Ensure all event materials and activities align with our brand guidelines, tone of voice and business objectives.
8. Trends and market research: Continually seek out new trends and innovations to enhance event experience and improve efficiencies.
9. Lead on the ‘Offsite’ elements for Regional Events (everything outside of the main venue).
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
1. Minimum 2–3 years of people leadership experience, including managing direct reports.
2. Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across multiple teams and senior levels.
3. Track record of successfully managing large-scale projects with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.
4. Experience working in multi-market environments, understanding cultural and linguistic nuances.
5. Flexibility and willingness to travel multiple times a year for regional events.
6. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload effectively.
7. Proactive and fast-paced, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
8. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong virtual and in-person presentation abilities.
9. Confidence in engaging directly with senior groups and leading discussions.
10. Strong analytical skills, with exceptional Excel proficiency to interpret data and metrics.
11. Open to feedback and continuous improvement, with an innovative and detail-oriented mindset.
What we offer:
1. International environment.
2. Annual bonus at company discretion.
3. Attractive salary, bonuses and benefits package including: Eye care voucher, Pension scheme, Private Medical Insurance, Life insurance, entertainment events and many others.
4. Hybrid model (3 days in the office/2 days from home).
5. Unlimited access to company products in the kitchen to prepare your favorite shake.
6. Up to 50% discount to purchase company products.
7. Personal development opportunities and free access to online training environments such as LinkedIn Learning.
8. Chance to share your ideas and continuously improve our processes.
9. Free parking slots - first come first served.
10. Extra 2 days or 16h for charity and volunteering activities.
11. Service awards – lunch with your team members.
12. Opportunity to build up your expertise through coaching, soft skills and training sessions.
Who we are:
Herbalife Nutrition is a global company that has been changing people's lives with great nutrition products and a proven business opportunity for its independent distributors since 1980. The Company offers high-quality, science-backed products, sold in over 90 countries by entrepreneurial distributors who provide one-on-one coaching and a supportive community that inspires their customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Through the Company’s global campaign to eradicate hunger, Herbalife Nutrition is also committed to bringing nutrition and education to communities around the world.
For more information, please visit https://iamherbalifenutrition.com/.
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