Senior Events Coordinator

Senior Events Coordinator

Coventry

£ Competitive - DOE

The Recruitment Bunker are exclusively recruiting a Senior Events Coordinator for a leading group of automotive companies.

The Senior Events Coordinator will operate within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating closely with the Marketing team and other departments within the group. Specialising in both the operational and creative aspects, you will be responsible for overseeing the seamless execution of all events within the automotive sector.

Overview of the Role

Senior Events Coordinator

Salary - £ Competitive - DOE

Employee Referral Scheme

Holidays: 33 days (including statutory holidays)

Location – Coventry

Company Overview

Our client is a leading and privately-owned collection of diverse companies, which are all sector-leading in their fields, and very forward thinking. Grown organically over the last 50 years, the group has its roots in construction, mechanical, services, renewable technologies, heating, and plumbing; in recent years it has diversified into software development and internet of things, and the automotive industry.

It now has some of the UK’s most exciting automotive brands in-house, including automotive influencer Mr JWW, and a collection of luxury automotive brands, including some of the most well-known worldwide.

Role Responsibilities

• Organise all business, promotional and social events at required locations across the UK
• Identify the group and client’s requirements and expectations for each event
• Work closely with the marketing team to promote the event
• Liaise with attendees, vendors, exhibitors, and stakeholders during the event planning process
• Coordinate all event set-up, tear down, and follow-up processes in line with venue rules and regulations
• Research on the necessary merchandise requirements for events and attendees
• Maintain and monitor event budgets
• Contribute ideas which enhance the success of events
• Book venues, entertainers, caterers, photographers, and event suppliers
• Conduct final inspections on the day of the event to ensure everything adheres to the client’s standards
• Assess an event’s overall success and submit findings to the Events Manager.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in end-to-end event planning and coordination preferably within the Automotive sector
• Proven track record of successful event planning
• Willing to travel to nationwide locations depending on event locations
• Able to prioritise effectively and work to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work individually as well as within a team
• Ability to work quickly and calm under pressure
• Post event feedback and reporting
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays where required
• Hold a clean driver’s licence
• Must have IDLR/ Full right to work in UK- Sponsorship will not be provided.

Please note we do not provide sponsorships to those who require it and will only accept applications from those who have full rights to work in the UK with no restrictions and IDLR/Full Settlement status. Please provide status on applications.

Our inclusive workplace welcomes and values all candidates from all backgrounds, we believe that diversity enhances our ability to innovate and serve our customers effectively. We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to bring their authentic selves to work. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.