Senior Events Project Manager - Auto at Strava

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Ability to provide first port of call on operational decisions from the wider team, supporting the Head of Automotive Operations and client account lead
Experience working with the Head of Automotive Operations and the Resource Manager to resource live projects both pre-event and onsite utilising internal resource where possible, and minimising external time costs
Skills in interpretation and delivery of the client’s brief through compelling, creative and thorough proposals where required, in conjunction with the wider team
Proficiency in liaison with clients on a project-by-project basis to implement their requirements with an ability to challenge and suggest alternatives as necessary
Capability to provide a first line level of project management day to day
Experience working closely with the nominated team of core staff and freelance crew and leading on-site when required
Strong communication skills with Account Managers, Account Directors and the wider team to ensure cohesion with client objectives from a project delivery perspective
Ability to ensure all project material is systematically logged, stored and maintained on behalf of the client and in-line with Strata operational processes
Excellence in providing continuous clear communication, via all means; email, phone, in person etc. on all managed projects
Responsibility for the preparation and management of budgets, ensuring 100% accuracy and close management and communication of any changes and fluctuation
Skills in monitoring project costs against agreed plans, in particular time booked to the project, and ensuring project profitability
Accountability for the positive project cashflow on all projects
Proficiency in ensuring that day to day project administration is filed and dealt with correctly
Experience preparing onsite schedules and critical paths and input on SOW’s where required
Ability to manage any scope creep as it arises, with Client Services support as needed
Strong liaison skills with other departments (e.g. Technical, Warehouse Operations, Studio) within Strata ensuring that deadlines and budgets are met and projects delivered on-time and to expectation
Understanding of AV / technical solutions specifically in regard to EVs and charging solutions
Understanding of technical automotive outdoor events, test-drives and exhibitions
Expertise in liaising with suppliers; leading on briefing, negotiating, agreeing commission, adding markup and ensuring deadlines and budgets are met
Leadership skills for the pre-event and onsite teams (PM’s/Pro-Co’s etc) ensuring the delivery of the event is seamless and exceeds expectations

Responsibilities

Help to plan, coordinate and deliver a calendar of live events for key automotive clients across the UK, including National, Roadshow and test-drive events
Play a key role in maintaining client relationships through flawless project management
Take a lead role in the success of the accounts within the Auto Team

Skills

Project Management

Event Planning

Event Coordination

Client Liaison

Resource Management

Live Events Delivery

Proposal Development

Automotive Events

Roadshow Management

Test-Drive Events

Strava

Fitness tracking and social networking platform

About Strava

Strava is a digital platform that allows athletes and fitness enthusiasts to record, track, and analyze their physical activities, offering metrics like speed, pace, and distance. It operates on a freemium model, providing basic services for free while charging for premium features such as advanced training plans and detailed activity breakdowns. Strava distinguishes itself from competitors through its social networking aspect, enabling users to share activities and connect with others, fostering a supportive community. The goal of Strava is to enhance the fitness experience by providing valuable performance insights and encouraging community engagement.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2009Year Founded

$147.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Social ImpactIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% company paid benefits for employees and families

Flexible paid time off

$2,000 annual professional development stipend

Paid time off for volunteering

401(k) Plan with company matching

$1000 annual gear stipend

$500 annual gym reimbursement

Onsite fitness rooms with showers, lockers, and towel service

Weekly team workouts

Free yoga classes

Secure bike storage

Twice weekly dinner for those working late

Monthly happy hours

Dog days

Cell phone reimbursement

Snacks & stocked kitchens

Risks

Increased competition from evolving fitness apps may attract users away from Strava.

Over-reliance on partnerships like Apple Fitness may not ensure long-term growth.

Integration with third-party apps could lead to data privacy concerns affecting user trust.

Differentiation

Strava combines fitness tracking with social networking, fostering a unique community experience.

The platform offers a freemium model, attracting a wide range of users globally.

Strava's compatibility with most GPS devices enhances its accessibility and user base.

Upsides

Partnership with Apple Fitness+ expands Strava's reach and user engagement.

Integration with Mibro Fit enhances user experience and social connectivity.

Growing trend of virtual fitness challenges aligns with Strava's community-driven events.

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