Senior Director, Events Delivery

Senior Director, Events Delivery We usually respond within three days Senior Director, Events Delivery Reports To: Chief People Officer Job Type: Full-Time About TM Forum TM Forum is the global industry member alliance for telco and tech companies with over 800 communication service providers, vendors, hyperscalers, consultancies and system integrators, including the world’s top ten CSPs and top three hyperscalers. We aim to return the telco sector back to growth, through a move to AI-enabled agility and efficiency delivered by our three industry Missions: Composable IT & Ecosystems, Autonomous Networks, and AI and Data. Our Missions are delivered through a flywheel of capabilities: Insight, Innovate, Collaborate, Educate and Scale, which are all brought to live through a global, year round program of digital and in person events. Role overview: The Senior Director, Events Delivery is responsible for ensuring the flawless operational execution of TM Forum’s global events portfolio, including our online offer. This role oversees all aspects of event delivery, including logistics, technical production, and exhibition management, driving efficiency, consistency, and quality across the entire events function. Role Purpose To lead the operational delivery of TM Forum events, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality and member experience. The role focuses on operational excellence, process optimisation, and team leadership across multiple delivery functions. Functional Accountability Event Operations – Manage logistics, scheduling, and resource allocation for all events. Technical Delivery – Oversee AV, staging, and digital platform integration for live and hybrid experiences. Exhibition Management – Ensure premium sponsor visibility and delegate engagement through effective exhibition planning and execution. Cross-Functional Coordination – Work closely with Sponsor Success and Content teams to ensure seamless delivery of all event components. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end operational delivery of TM Forum events globally to create exceptional experiences for our Members Work with the Commercial Director to design new and deliver existing event formats to an agreed margin Ensure effective project management of the entire event delivery process spanning across multiple teams (your own and others) Manage budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure efficient execution. Ensure that external suppliers are competitively sourced and closely managed to deliver best value for our spend. Source new venues and locations for new and existing events. Implement process improvements and automation to streamline workflows. Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and risk management protocols. Provide on-site leadership during event build and live days. Develop and mentor a high-performing operations team, including Technical and Exhibition Management capabilities. Continuous Improvement & Operational Innovation Drive a culture of continuous improvement across all event delivery processes. Identify and implement automation tools and technologies to enhance efficiency and reduce manual workload. Introduce innovative operational practices to improve delegate and sponsor experience. Monitor industry trends and adopt best practices for event operations and technology. KPIs / Success Measures On-time, on-budget delivery of all events Sponsor and delegate satisfaction scores for operational delivery Reduction in operational issues and last-minute change Efficiency gains through process improvement and automation Skills & Experience Extensive experience in operational delivery of large-scale events Strong project management and vendor negotiation skills Ability to lead and develop multi-disciplinary teams Familiarity with event technology and workflow automation tools Applications close 29th May 2026 11:59pm. Diversity & Inclusion at TM Forum At TM Forum, we’re building a workplace where everyone can belong, feel respected, supported and able to do their best work. We welcome talent from all walks of life to join our global community, which is made stronger by the different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences each person brings. We hire based on skills, potential and values, never on assumptions about who someone is or where they come from. We actively work to ensure our recruitment and people practices are fair, inclusive and free from bias. Team Events Role Senior Director, Events Delivery Locations United Kingdom Remote status Hybrid About TM Forum We are a global alliance of 800+ organizations across the connectivity ecosystem. Members include the top 10 Communication Service Providers, top three hyperscalers, and a wide range of vendors, consultancies, and system integrators. Together, we are building a sustainable future for the sector in connectivity and beyond Founded in 1988 Co-workers 170