Event Manager - Brand Experiences

At McLaren Racing, we’re driven to win, inspire our people, excite our fans, and deliver for our partners - while continuously pushing our sport, industry and technology forward.

As an Event Manager - Brand Experiences you’ll take ownership of delivering premium global brand experiences and events that engage executives, partners, VIPs and fans. Acting as a senior delivery lead, you’ll manage multiple complex projects end‑to‑end, translating strategy into high‑quality execution.

You’ll operate with a high level of autonomy and accountability, challenging the status quo, evolving experiences and driving commercial opportunity. Working closely with internal teams and partners, including McLaren Automotive, you’ll ensure a consistent, world‑class brand experience.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of multiple concurrent events, ensuring delivery to scope, timeline and budget.
• Act as a senior delivery lead, managing complexity, risk and key decisions across stakeholders.
• Build and manage relationships with clients, partners, suppliers and senior stakeholders.
• Own project budgets, track spend and identify efficiencies while protecting guest experience.
• Manage event governance, including documentation, schedules, and critical path planning.
• Lead on-site delivery, overseeing teams, suppliers and maintaining a calm, controlled environment.
• Coordinate logistics, assets, production and international event requirements.
• Embed sustainable practices across projects and deliver post‑event reporting and insights.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, innovation and future programme development, supporting junior team members where required.

Additional Information:

• Hybrid office-based with regular UK and international travel
• Flexibility required, including occasional weekends and extended event hours
• Some physical activity and exposure to live event environments

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience delivering complex events or brand experiences within premium sectors (e.g. sport, automotive, luxury, entertainment)
• Strong budget management and commercial awareness
• Confident leading on‑site delivery and making decisions under pressure
• Highly organised, detail‑driven and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Strong communicator with experience producing professional client‑facing materials
• Experience translating brand strategy into high‑quality guest experiences
• Comfortable working independently with high accountability
• Experience using event data and insights to improve future delivery

Desirable

• Experience in motorsport, automotive or global sports events
• International event delivery and supplier management
• Knowledge of sustainable event practices
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members
• Familiarity with project or task management tools

Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.

Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.

Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.