Our client is seeking a proactive and confident individual to join their event management team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a very exciting organisation who work with a wide range of interesting clients. The events are held locally in Windsor and will require overnight stays on a regular basis.
You will be assisting with all aspects of event management, from initial planning through to logistics and on-site delivery.
Offering 28,000 - 30,000 per annum including 25 days holidays, working hours 9am - 5pm. Located in Windsor, hybrid working 2 days from the Windsor office and 3 days working from home.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinating and managing programmes/ events from start to finish
- Booking participants onto programmes/ events and guiding them through the process
- Sending out pre- and post-programme information to participants
- Liaising with speakers and facilitators
- Managing venue relations and bookings
- Setting up and attending briefing meetings
- Producing information packs and sending out to participants
- Attending and managing the smooth and efficient running of each event
- Liaising with venue staff and ensuring all necessary services/ equipment are provided
- Updating and maintaining accurate information on CRM system
- Developing relationships with partner organisations and updating them regarding programmes/ events
Essential Skills/ Experience:
- Current event management experience with the ability to manage multiple events is essential
- Strong project management and organisational skills
- Previous Events administration experience
- Good MS Office and CRM skills (SalesForce & Sharepoint would be beneficial)
- Accurate and organised with the ability to prioritise and multi-task
- Being proactive as well as reactive
- Confident at speaking to clients at senior and board level
- Strong written and verbal communication skills at all levels
- Must be happy with local overnight stays for events and occasional travel to attend meetings