About Defence IQ

Defence IQ is a leading international events and intelligence business focused on the defence and military sector. We bring together senior decision-makers from across government, armed forces, and industry to discuss the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping global defence today.

As a Senior Conference Producer, you will take ownership of the full event production lifecycle — from market research and agenda creation through to speaker acquisition, project management, and onsite event delivery. You will work closely with senior military leaders, government stakeholders, and industry executives to create cutting-edge content that delivers real value to our audiences.

Key Responsibilities
• Produce and deliver 3–4 large-scale commercial events annually
• Conduct in-depth telephone and web-based market research to identify key industry trends, challenges, and opportunities within the defence sector
• Develop compelling conference agendas and educational content tailored to senior-level audiences
• Recruit high-profile C-level, military, and government speakers
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to ensure commercial success and exceptional event delivery
• Manage conferences from concept through to execution, owning timelines, content strategy, and event vision
• Deliver conferences onsite, ensuring a high-quality customer experience
• Travel domestically and internationally to support and represent Defence IQ at events across Europe and the US

What We Offer
• Competitive salary plus profit share on events you produce
• Hybrid working environment (3 days in our Central London office / 2 days remote)

Experience
•2–3+ years’ experience in commercial or civil conference production
• Proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong copywriting skills with the ability to create engaging and commercially compelling content
• Self-motivated, proactive, and highly organised
• Intellectually curious with a genuine interest in learning about complex global issues and emerging trends

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