Events Coordinator
We are now recruiting for an experienced Events Coordinator to join a much loved publication and to be an integral member of the team in it's ongoing success.
About the company
Our client are a 3 time winner of The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies to work for. They have exciting growth plans over the next two to three years and are looking for ambitious and motivated people to join their award-winning teams.
The Role:
You will assist the Event Operations team on the pre planning and delivery of each event – exhibitions, conferences and awards.
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Designing features and work with contractors (Stand builders, electrics, flooring, furniture etc.) to bring concepts to life.
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Building relationships with our preferred contractors and liaising with them on a regular basis to ensure all feature areas and orders are being managed, and within budget
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Building and managing signage schedules, being aware of sponsorship deliverables, and overseeing installation on site.
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Sourcing content, building timetables, and chasing all assets, making sure Marketing have the correct information to publish online.
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Managing parts of the show budget and keeping this logged in Excel, raising POs for suppliers where necessary.
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Organising on site networking events including invitations, catering and any other related tasks.
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Working closely with the Production Team for each show, advising on placement of feature areas and following guidelines from the venue.
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Be part of brainstorming for new ideas on features and content at the show, taking a proactive approach to always think about ways we can develop
Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for a friendly, knowledgeable and reliable Events Coordinator with a passion for delivering outstanding customer service. You will be a valued and respected member of the team. We have a very welcoming and open attitude and your ideas/input will be highly regarded.
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To be able to manage problems as they arise and remaining professional
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A relationship builder
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A strategic and proactive thinker and planner
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Organised with an eye for detail
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Remaining calm under pressure
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Problem solving
Other Benefits:
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Make you feel like part of a family
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Know your name – you’re not just a number here
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Encourage you to develop your skills, strengths and career
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Recognise your contribution and hard work
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Make sure you’re never bored
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Make sure you have fun – because we do have fun