Programme Executive, Custom Events

Overview

In this entry-level role, you support global event programmes by owning speaker research, acquisition campaigns and moderator prep. You collaborate with editors and regional leads to ensure smooth event delivery and accurate speaker communications. You gain hands-on editorial experience while building practical project management and research skills. You contribute to a fast-moving, cross-functional team that shapes high-profile events and speaker lineups. This is a springboard into an events career within a globally focused media organisation.

Pay / Benefits

• pension or 401(k) plan
• private health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work From Anywhere program
• generous annual and parental leave
• volunteering and moving days

Responsibilities

• Speaker acquisition: research, invite and onboard speakers for assigned events under guidance
• Speaker logistics and communication: manage speaker communications, gather information, schedule prep calls, coordinate travel and protocol needs
• Administrative and reporting: maintain speaker trackers and update client decks
• Event delivery support: prepare briefing packs, arrange pre-conference calls, assist on-site delivery and event execution

Key requirements

• English language proficiency (written and spoken) essential
• Clear, confident communication with senior stakeholders
• Outstanding administrative, organisational and project management capabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to instructions and deadlines
• Ability to manage complex research autonomously and stay informed on current affairs
• Brand awareness of The Economist and Economist Enterprise
• Proactive, collaborative mindset

• clear and professional communication
• attention to detail
• proactive and can-do attitude
• collaboration within a close-knit team
• spreadsheets
• presentations

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