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SalaryEvent Co-Ordinator
£23k - £24.5k Monday to Friday,
Salford, Manchester - Benefits include 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, birthday off, Pension, Healthcare, Free parking when in the office, Progression opportunities - CPD
Permanent Full Time
The Event Coordinator position is suited to a highly organised individual with a passion for user experience, customer service and attention to detail. You will have knowledge and experience in the event and training industry and work cross functionally to plan and deliver multiple events and training courses per month within specified timescales and budgets.
You will work with a dedicated team ensuring training courses, conferences and briefings are delivered to the highest standard. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to take the next step in their events career.
You will take the lead on co-ordinating and delivering a high output of training courses, conferences and briefings both on site and at external venues, having accountability for your own portfolio and oversee all pre, post and on the day logistics; this includes liaising with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally. The role is hands on and requires a flexible approach. Some working outside normal office hours is required.
he Event Coordinators role is to fulfil the following duties and responsibilities:
- Work as part of a team, contributing to the smooth operation and organisation of training courses, conferences and briefings which include both on site and external venues
- Work with the Head of Production and Events to improve delivery processes to receive better customer service feedback
- Coordinate a range of training courses, conferences and briefings providing all communication and administration. Being the main point of contact for delegates, tutors, speakers, sponsors and suppliers and actioning their requirements
- Set, communicate and maintain timelines and priorities for all event tasks in accordance with team KPIs ensuring tasks are allocated, completed and escalated to avoid issues in advance of the event
- Book rooms and venues, order catering, arrange room set up and create event documents and training materials
- Operate within a cost focused environment being conscious of costs relating to all events, flag loss-making conferences, make sure budget sheets are up to date and financial reporting for all event projects
- Work with external venues to meet the specifications of the event, whilst negotiating preferential rates
- Your responsibilities include being the glue that holds together our team, guaranteeing seamless event operations. - Taking the driver's seat in communications, whether it's with tutors, delegates, or external partners.
- Budgeting and financial vigilance - because every penny counts. - Fostering lasting relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring every event shines brighter than the last.
- And yes, there’s that impeccable on-the-day support - you'll be the first smile our guests see and the go-to problem solver. Sounds like you ? Apply today !!
To apply for the role of Events Co-Ordinator Salford, Manchester please email your cv to
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