Global Meetings and Events Strategy Lead

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Global Meetings and Events Strategy Lead — London, UK | Full time

Working for FCM Meetings & Events is all about bringing the world together, one event at a time. Our shared culture, creativity and systems with parent travel management company, FCM, means our clients receive the best of both worlds. We don’t just think outside the box, we dance around it. Join our team to work with the best in a flexible, collaborative events agency.

You’ll drive strategic business enablement by integrating data, finance, experience design and commercial insight to demonstrate the value of consolidated travel and event programmes. Working closely with Consulting, Marketing, Sales and Product teams, you’ll lead cross‑functional initiatives that strengthen client engagement, optimise spend, and deliver measurable ROI.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement a unified global M&E programme within FCM to showcase strategic excellence.
• Partner with commercial teams to articulate the benefits of integrated Travel & Events management.
• Build and present advanced financial and data models demonstrating efficiency, leakage reduction and ROI improvements.
• Create scalable strategic frameworks and toolkits that support client retention, growth, and new business acquisition.
• Collaborate across global teams to drive innovation, product evolution and service scalability.
• Provide commercial and financial oversight across enterprise-level event portfolios.
• Represent FCM externally as a thought leader, shaping market conversations and supporting go‑to‑market strategies.
• Influence organisational decision making by providing insights, market intelligence and strategic recommendations connected to revenue impact and retention.

This role reports into the Head of FCM and offers significant global visibility and influence.

• A track record of leading complex, enterprise‑level M&E programmes.
• Strong financial modelling skills with experience in forecasting, ROI analysis and commercial management.
• Demonstrated success guiding clients through strategic change and positioning value at executive level.
• Significant experience collaborating across consulting, marketing, product and commercial teams.
• Comfort presenting externally and shaping strategic narratives.
• Familiarity with GDS (Sabre and/or Amadeus), M&E tools, and FCM’s mid‑office systems.
• Strong proficiency across Microsoft Office tools.
• A relevant tertiary qualification.

• Highly self‑motivated, self‑driven and able to work autonomously.
• Excellent relationship‑building and collaboration skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to simplify complexity.
• Strong problem solving, leadership and time management capabilities.
• Advanced customer‑centric mindset with a commitment to delivering value.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and drive outcomes.
• Skilled in negotiation, change management and results‑focused delivery.

• Exclusive Travel Discounts: Access to exclusive industry rates and discounts through our in-house travel team.
• Career Development: Clear career pathways and resources to achieve professional goals, including training and support.
• Vibrant Culture & industry-renowned social events: Fun, industry-renowned culture with social events such as awards nights, conferences and more.
• Active Hour: An hour each week dedicated to fitness or personal wellness.
• Comprehensive Health Cash Plan: Reimbursement for medical services, including dental, optical, and chiropractic care.
• Health & Wellbeing Challenges: Monthly challenges to stay motivated and healthy.
• Financial Wellbeing Support: Access to financial services, mortgage advice, and money coaching.
• And Much More: Additional benefits including pension, share options, benefits, and more.

Our number one philosophy is Our people. Flight Centre Travel Group's promise is to provide an environment with equality of respect, dignity and opportunity for all our employees. We value an inclusive and supportive workplace which reflects the diversity of our society.

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