Event Planner

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Event Planner - Sandwood Events

Location: London, Clapham Common / Battersea

Reports to: Team Leader

Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent / Contract

Salary: to be discussed 

We are seeking a highly organized, creative, and experienced Senior Event Planner to lead the planning and execution of high-end events for our clients.



About Us:

At Sandwood Events, we live and breathe unforgettable experiences. As a leading events agency, we deliver exceptional event planning across corporate, brand, and private sectors – from large-scale company offsites and conferences, through to luxury ski & summer trips, intimate VIP gatherings, parties & launch events. We're fast-paced, collaborative, and deeply passionate about delivering excellence every time.

As our team continues to grow, we’re looking for a passionate, organised and experienced Event Planner with enough experience to organise & plan large scale events at ease. 

The Role:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute end-to-end logistics for company offsites, conferences, summer parties, ski trips, summer trips and unique experiences. 
• Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, and production schedules.
• Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with vendors, venues, and suppliers.
• Supervise event setup, on-site coordination, and breakdown, ensuring all aspects run smoothly.
• Happy to travel to luxury destinations & cities across Europe & America. 
• Conduct post-event reconciliation of budgets and client feedback. 
• Support junior staff or event assistants as needed.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in event planning, with a proven track record of managing complex events.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in event management software and tools (e.g., Cvent, Xero, Google Sheets, Powerpoint, Excel, Splash, Canva).
• Flexibility to travel and work evenings or weekends as required. We offer overtime on all event jobs and day’s in lieu. 

Perks & Benefits of Working with Us:

• Work with Elite Clients 
• Travel Opportunities in luxury destinations
• Creative role 
• Luxury Industry Networking – Build relationships with top-tier venues and global partners.
• Stylish Office Environment – Work in a chic office environment in a great location.
• Professional Development – Access to industry conferences and workshops.
• Health & Wellness – Gym membership contributions and mental health days.
• Generous Time Off – Paid holidays, vacation days, and flexible scheduling for event recovery.
• Team Culture – Join a personable, passionate and experienced team, who work hard and have a great time doing what they love. 
• Fun team socials, onsite events, and creative collaboration

Sound like you?

We’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short note about why you’d be a great fit for the team.