This is a fixed term contract for 13 months, starting August 2025

About the Business

RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. With a presence in 25 countries across 41 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. RX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX empowers businesses to thrive by leveraging data-driven insights and digital solutions. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. For more information, visit www.rxglobal.com.

About the team

RX Global aims to create unforgettable experiences for attendees and exhibitors through organizing events. Innovation, creativity, and collaboration drive the company to offer exceptional services to clients.

About the role

The Event Director is responsible for the strategic development and financial performance of the brand and event. This includes identifying and evaluating growth opportunities, using customer insights to develop new service or product solutions, and creating brand extensions based on customer needs. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Exhibition Director to lead in-cosmetics Global, the premier event for personal care ingredients. This flagship show, returning to Paris in April 2026, is central to the in-cosmetics Group—a thriving portfolio of four international B2B events across Europe, Asia, and South America. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of a globally respected brand and drive continued growth within a highly innovative industry.

Responsibilities

• Own the event vision, strategy, P&L, and revenue growth

• Develop and communicate strategic sales and marketing plans

• Identify and implement new revenue streams, products, and partnerships

• Ensure high-quality event delivery and customer satisfaction

• Lead planning and operational management in collaboration with the ops team and contractors

• Represent the brand externally and build strong, influential industry relationships

• Drive performance through innovation and competitor insight

• Provide clear direction, effective delegation, and strong leadership within a matrix structure

Requirements

• Proven track record as an event director delivering large-scale international B2B trade exhibitions

• Strong commercial acumen and confident decision-making

• Strategic and operational planning expertise

• Effective team leadership within a matrix structure

• Experience in developing new business lines and products, with a collaborative, cross-functional approach

• Skilled in identifying and integrating innovative solutions

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and persuasively

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

Benefits

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days

• Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits

• Wellbeing programs

• Life assurance

• Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme

• Save As You Earn share option scheme

• Travel Season ticket loan

• Electric Vehicle Scheme

• Optional Dental Insurance

• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children

• RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you

• Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer

• Access to extensive learning and development resources

• Access to employee discounts scheme via Perks at Work