Company Description

Informa Festivals marks an exciting new chapter in B2B events, bringing some of the world''s most influential creative, technology and business festivals together. Were combining prestigious brands like Cannes Lions, Black Hat, Money20/20 and London Tech Week with cutting-edge marketing intelligence platforms and advisory services to deliver unmissable experiences and insights.Our festival-led approach reimagines traditional B2B events, creating powerful, immersive experiences that drive innovation and industry advancement. Building on decades of expertise and powered by Informa''s international reach, we''re shaping the next generation of business festivals.Were part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100 who are #3 in Glassdoor''s Best Places to Work 2025 UK list.Job Description

This position is based in London and will require you to be in the office 3 days a weekThe LIONS brand is probably most synonymous with Cannes Lions, The International Festival ofCreativity, the definitive meeting place for the global creative communications and advertising community.The Festival has been championingcreative excellence since 1954 with the goal of providing a global destination and the definitiveLIONS is going through an exciting time as its recently repositioned as The Home of Creativity,new advisory, learning and intelligence services. Our purpose is to drive progress through creativity for anincredibly diverse and talented global creative community.powerful global creative community and drive growth for the brand.As the Head of Awards Growth, you will drive global growth for the Awards by attracting newThis is a hands-on role that will prioritise delivering data-driven growth initiatives, with a focus onaudience acquisition, new segment identification, and global market expansion. closely with internal teams to expand our reach, lead audience acquisition efforts, and play aYou will also act as an ambassador for the Awards, representing the brand and strengtheningprofessional development, and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.Leverage customer insights to refine content and growth strategies, ensuring outreachCollaborate with Marketing, Product Development and Customer Engagement teams tooutreach, ensuring the Lions position as the definitive benchmark for creativity andData-driven decision maker: performance data to refine strategies, optimise engagement, and drive growth.opportunities, and industry trends, ensuring strategies align with both short-termobjectives and long-term sustainabilityTalent developer: proven track record of leading and motivating a team focused on newbusiness growth, setting clear goals and fostering professional development to driveDeep knowledge of branded communications, creative industries, andProject management proficiency: Skilled in leading multiple projects simultaneously, withAdditional Information

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Freedom and 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 networksCareer 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. Time out:

25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after two years, plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical coverStrong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, a healthy living subsidy, access to health apps and moreWe champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. 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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