Commercial Events Coordinator

• Suffolk County Council - Suffolk Archives, Ipswich IP4 1LR / Hybrid
• Commercial Events Coordinator
• £26,421 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• 37 hours per week, Flexible working options available  
• Permanent 
• Closing date: 11.30pm, 8 April 2024

Reference: 14127

We are passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and the environment. If you are too, join us as a Commercial Events Coordinator and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your commercial contribution will directly support Suffolk Archives' vital work in preserving and protecting Suffolk's rich history. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

• based in Suffolk Archive's flagship venue, The Hold, you will be the first point of contact for all of Suffolk Archives' third-party commercial hire enquiries 
• you will offer excellent customer service to all potential and established commercial clients and have the opportunity to work with a range of organisations and individuals 
• utilise your sales and events management experience to help Suffolk Archives achieve its ambitious income-generation targets and support the overall financial resilience of the Service 
• work with individuals and departments from across Suffolk Archives and Suffolk County Council, using your excellent organisational skills to deliver professional and successful Commercial Events and activities at The Hold.

This is a very exciting time to join the Suffolk Archives team and to make this new role your own!

You will need:

• experience in delivering events from concept to completion, either in paid or unpaid work
• you will feel comfortable meeting new and potential clients regularly and confidently sell The Hold as a centre for excellence 
• sales and customer service experience from any sector or background would suit the role and training can be provided to translate your skills to a commercial environment 
• either an events management qualification or demonstrable experience in delivering polished, well-organised and successful events
• to be a solution-oriented thinker who will enjoy collaborating with clients and colleagues to produce successful Commercial Events and activities.

We welcome creative and innovative thinkers who can take a lead in supporting our vision to establish The Hold as a centre of excellence for Suffolk and a leading commercial hire venue.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile. If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. 

The team

• you will join the Commercial Team and support the Service's financial resilience
• Suffolk Archives is a welcoming and warm place to work and we offer unique training and skills development opportunities for those who are interested in history and archives
• you will be expected to be on-site to deliver site visits and live events and will have the ability to determine your work-from-home days to suit the commercial objectives of the team. Due to the nature of events regular weekend (including Bank Holidays) and evening work will be an essential requirement of the post.

Empowering Everyone

We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from candidates from ethnically diverse backgrounds and who identify as LGBTQIA+. These groups are currently underrepresented in this service. 

For more information

Please contact Kelly McGibney (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by emailing: kelly.mcgibney@suffolk.gov.uk 

How to apply

To apply and for further details, please visit:

https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_1004/requisitions/preview/14127

Closing date: 11.30pm, 8 April 2024

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. We are also committed to flexible working.

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