Overview
We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses. We’re looking for a Senior Conference Producer based in our New York office. This role designs, produces and delivers conference programs that cater to the networking and educational needs of the North American real estate industry. The Senior Conference Producer manages a portfolio of events and drives the strategic direction of the portfolio, working closely with the event team to ensure business goals are met. In addition to production responsibilities, the role has key management responsibilities, overseeing team members to ensure successful execution and supporting their professional development. Responsibilities
Lead project meetings with the event team to ensure alignment on event goals and responsibilities. Oversee and manage a small group of conference producers to meet deadlines and deliver successful events that meet business goals. Organize and lead launch/go-to-market meetings and post-conference debriefs for planning the next iteration of events. Review and develop strategies to improve existing portfolio events and deliver proposals for new launch events or add-on products such as summits and workshops. Conduct research to identify innovative conference topics, write program content and source industry leaders as speakers. Collaborate with colleagues to select event timing and venues to maximize participation and position events against competitors. Build and maintain relationships with C-level and senior executives as program and event advisors. Identify emerging issues in the real estate industry and monitor political and macroeconomic trends affecting financial markets. Write event briefs and deliver them to team members from other departments working on the event. Write copy for event websites and marketing collateral; ensure the event meets its financial targets. Travel with the event team to run conferences on site and ensure professional execution of the finished product. Key Interfaces
Lead the event team including the producer, marketing manager, sales manager, audience development manager, operations manager and coordination manager. Meet regularly with direct reports to ensure deadlines and goals are met, providing feedback and guidance for development. Establish external advisory boards to discuss content ideas, speaker suggestions and ways to improve the product and event experience for clients. Collaborate with the marketing team to design marketing plans, acquire data, establish media partnerships and write/review copy for marketing collateral. Consult with event sponsors on speaking roles and topics to ensure appropriate positioning within the program. Work with the sales team to identify sponsor targets and join sales calls when necessary to aid the process. Provide the audience development team with targets and educate them on buy-sell dynamics for each event. Liaise with operations managers to ensure venues and hotels meet needs of each conference and its delegates. Coordinate with the coordination/customer success team to keep websites up-to-date and ensure speakers are informed of obligations. Hold regular meetings with the Product Director to update progress and discuss portfolio strategy. Qualifications
5+ years of production and programming experience in content-led industry events and conferences (not operations/delivery). Experience managing people with a proven ability to mentor and develop team members. 5+ years of experience producing conference content. Demonstrable experience leading the strategic direction of an event or series of events. Strong research and stakeholder management experience. Strong organization, communication, leadership and teamwork skills. Experience managing projects to tight deadlines. Project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Attention to detail. Ability to identify emerging trends and capitalize on them. Commercial acumen: budget awareness and experience working with event sponsors to drive revenue. Leadership qualities and self-motivation to drive event vision in line with business goals. Knowledge of real estate and wider financial markets is desired but not essential. Experience managing people is desired. Additional Information
The salary range for this role is $115-130k, depending on experience. We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. We work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more, with flexibility to work from home or remotely. Our Life at Informa program is designed to be rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Our benefits include: Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, Walk the World charity day, and active colleague groups promoting a collaborative environment. Volunteer opportunities with charity match funding. Career development: bespoke training, mentoring platforms, and on-demand courses via LinkedIn Learning; internal job moves are supported. Time off: 15 days PTO rising to 20, then 25 after six years, plus 10 holidays, a birthday leave day and flexible remote options up to four weeks a year. Competitive benefits including 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP with a minimum 15% discount. Wellbeing support through EAP, mental health resources, and wellness tools. Recognition programs and opportunity to collaborate with global teams. As an international company, opportunities to work with teams around the world. This posting will automatically expire on March 30th 2026. We encourage applications from any qualified individual. If you require reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the hiring process or in the role, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner for the role. Informa is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We base decisions on qualifications and merit and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics. See our website for full information. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.
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We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses. We’re looking for a Senior Conference Producer based in our New York office. This role designs, produces and delivers conference programs that cater to the networking and educational needs of the North American real estate industry. The Senior Conference Producer manages a portfolio of events and drives the strategic direction of the portfolio, working closely with the event team to ensure business goals are met. In addition to production responsibilities, the role has key management responsibilities, overseeing team members to ensure successful execution and supporting their professional development. Responsibilities
Lead project meetings with the event team to ensure alignment on event goals and responsibilities. Oversee and manage a small group of conference producers to meet deadlines and deliver successful events that meet business goals. Organize and lead launch/go-to-market meetings and post-conference debriefs for planning the next iteration of events. Review and develop strategies to improve existing portfolio events and deliver proposals for new launch events or add-on products such as summits and workshops. Conduct research to identify innovative conference topics, write program content and source industry leaders as speakers. Collaborate with colleagues to select event timing and venues to maximize participation and position events against competitors. Build and maintain relationships with C-level and senior executives as program and event advisors. Identify emerging issues in the real estate industry and monitor political and macroeconomic trends affecting financial markets. Write event briefs and deliver them to team members from other departments working on the event. Write copy for event websites and marketing collateral; ensure the event meets its financial targets. Travel with the event team to run conferences on site and ensure professional execution of the finished product. Key Interfaces
Lead the event team including the producer, marketing manager, sales manager, audience development manager, operations manager and coordination manager. Meet regularly with direct reports to ensure deadlines and goals are met, providing feedback and guidance for development. Establish external advisory boards to discuss content ideas, speaker suggestions and ways to improve the product and event experience for clients. Collaborate with the marketing team to design marketing plans, acquire data, establish media partnerships and write/review copy for marketing collateral. Consult with event sponsors on speaking roles and topics to ensure appropriate positioning within the program. Work with the sales team to identify sponsor targets and join sales calls when necessary to aid the process. Provide the audience development team with targets and educate them on buy-sell dynamics for each event. Liaise with operations managers to ensure venues and hotels meet needs of each conference and its delegates. Coordinate with the coordination/customer success team to keep websites up-to-date and ensure speakers are informed of obligations. Hold regular meetings with the Product Director to update progress and discuss portfolio strategy. Qualifications
5+ years of production and programming experience in content-led industry events and conferences (not operations/delivery). Experience managing people with a proven ability to mentor and develop team members. 5+ years of experience producing conference content. Demonstrable experience leading the strategic direction of an event or series of events. Strong research and stakeholder management experience. Strong organization, communication, leadership and teamwork skills. Experience managing projects to tight deadlines. Project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Attention to detail. Ability to identify emerging trends and capitalize on them. Commercial acumen: budget awareness and experience working with event sponsors to drive revenue. Leadership qualities and self-motivation to drive event vision in line with business goals. Knowledge of real estate and wider financial markets is desired but not essential. Experience managing people is desired. Additional Information
The salary range for this role is $115-130k, depending on experience. We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. We work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more, with flexibility to work from home or remotely. Our Life at Informa program is designed to be rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Our benefits include: Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, Walk the World charity day, and active colleague groups promoting a collaborative environment. Volunteer opportunities with charity match funding. Career development: bespoke training, mentoring platforms, and on-demand courses via LinkedIn Learning; internal job moves are supported. Time off: 15 days PTO rising to 20, then 25 after six years, plus 10 holidays, a birthday leave day and flexible remote options up to four weeks a year. Competitive benefits including 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP with a minimum 15% discount. Wellbeing support through EAP, mental health resources, and wellness tools. Recognition programs and opportunity to collaborate with global teams. As an international company, opportunities to work with teams around the world. This posting will automatically expire on March 30th 2026. We encourage applications from any qualified individual. If you require reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the hiring process or in the role, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner for the role. Informa is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We base decisions on qualifications and merit and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics. See our website for full information. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.
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