Job DescriptionBe the force behind London Tech Week’s next big leap.We’re looking for an exceptional Vice President to lead London Tech Week’s next phase of growth – taking it from the UK’s leading tech event to Europe’s flagship celebration of technology and innovation.This is a high-impact, entrepreneurial role with the freedom to shape strategy, elevate experience, and scale London Tech Week to new heights. You’ll work at the heart of the UK and European tech ecosystem – connecting government, industry, and innovation leaders through outstanding stakeholder management, creative vision, and commercial excellence.Our goal is bold: to make London Tech Week the most sought-after technology event in the world. If you have the vision, energy, and expertise to make that happen, we want to hear from you.Your MissionAs Vice President, you’ll be the visible face of London Tech Week – an inspirational leader who can:Provide clear, inspirational vision for the London Tech Week team, setting ambitious goals and bringing them to life with clarity and purpose.Drive consistent high-growth commercial performance.Lead a high-performing team to deliver exceptional experiences for our community.Forge deep relationships with industry leaders and key stakeholders across business and government.Key ResponsibilitiesShape the vision and growth of London Tech Week, transforming it from the UK’s leading tech event into Europe’s flagship celebration of technology and innovation.Deliver a bold three-year growth plan that accelerates revenue, brand reach, and influence.Engage and inspire senior stakeholders across government, industry, and the innovation ecosystem to drive shared goals and meaningful impact.Own the full design, delivery, and commercial success of the event – from audience experience to brand partnerships and long-term growth strategy.Lead and inspire cross-functional teams – uniting Content, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to deliver a seamless, world-class event.Champion innovation and disruption, embracing change and encouraging bold, creative ideas that challenge the status quo.Foster a culture of celebration and appreciation – recognising achievements big and small, and creating an environment of joy, collaboration, and shared success across Informa.Embody a growth mindset – continuously learning, adapting, and helping others to do the same, turning challenges into opportunities.Lead with humility and collaboration, creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, knowledge is shared, and collective success is celebrated.Ensure commercial excellence and sustained profitability while investing in long-term brand value and audience impact.QualificationsAbout YouYou’re a visionary event leader with entrepreneurial drive – someone who combines strategic ambition with hands-on delivery. You bring creative energy, commercial sharpness, and a genuine passion for technology, innovation, and the power of convening people.You’ll bring:Big-picture thinking and strategic vision.Inspirational leadership that motivates multi-disciplinary teams and fosters creativity and accountability.Entrepreneurial drive with a proven track record of turning ideas into results.A collaborative, can-do mindset and strong leadership presence.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Decisive, confident decision-making balanced with openness to feedback.Resilience and flexibility to challenge event industry norms and navigate complexity.A growth and learning mindset – adaptable, curious, and continuously improving.The ability to build trust and influence at senior levels across business and government.Outstanding project management capabilities with meticulous attention to detail.You’ll also have:Demonstrable experience delivering large-scale, multi-track events within a commercially focused organisation.Deep understanding of the B2B events landscape and what drives audience and partner engagement.Proven experience managing significant budgets and leading high-performing teams.A strong track record of achieving commercial and brand growth.A genuine enthusiasm for technology, innovation, and the start-up ecosystem.This is a rare opportunity to shape the most influential moment in Europe’s tech calendar – driving growth, uniting the ecosystem, and defining the future of technology in the UK and beyond.Additional InformationWe work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at .Our benefits include:Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive and most of us balance time in the office with time working remotelyGreat community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available tooCareer opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job movesTime out: annual leave plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical coverA ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching sharesStrong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, access to health apps and moreRecognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the worldWe’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job .
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