Commercial Events Coordinator

eTeach UK Limited; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Gloucester is seeking a Commercial Events Coordinator. Responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of events, ensuring high-quality delivery and collaboration with teams and suppliers. The ideal candidate should have proven client-facing experience, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in event management systems. A hybrid working model and extensive staff benefits are offered, supporting continuous professional development and well-being.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

25 days annual leave increasing with service

Wellbeing support

Generous pension scheme

Employee Discounts Scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Support for professional development

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with various stakeholders in event settings.
• Ability to manage multiple events and priorities effectively.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-standard events within timelines.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and invoicing for events.
• Support development of event policies and best practices.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Proficiency in event management systems

Job description

Commercial Events Coordinator

Salary: £16,871 - £18,851 per annum based on an FTE of £25,307 – £28,277 per annum

Hours: Minimum 25 hours per week

Employment status: Permanent

About the Role

• Coordinate a diverse portfolio of events, ensuring they are delivered to a consistently high standard and within agreed timelines.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure each event runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Provide professional and consistent support during events, including occasional evening and weekend commitments.
• Oversee event budgets, contracts and invoicing, maintaining accurate financial and administrative records.
• Support the development and implementation of event policies, guidance and best practices across Hartpury.
• Maintain effective event management systems and reporting tools to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement.
• Promote the Event Services function externally, encouraging cost-effective, high quality and strategically beneficial events at Hartpury.
• Uphold the highest standards of safety, compliance and inclusivity in all aspects of event planning and delivery.

About You

• Proven client-facing experience, working with a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, with confidence in liaising at all levels.
• The ability to work independently, taking ownership of projects from planning through to delivery.
• Proficiency in relevant event management systems and software.
• A professional and flexible approach, with a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration.

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working.
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service (Pro-rata).
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS).
• Employee Discounts Scheme.
• Onsite fitness facilities.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Support for continuous professional development.
• Flexible working opportunities available.
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave.

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.