Dynamic Commercial Events Coordinator (12-Month FTC)

Trafford Council; Urmston; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Leave

Flexible Perks

Local Government Pension Scheme

Leadership development

Job summary

Trafford Council is seeking a Commercial Events Coordinator on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role is full-time (36.25 hours) with some evenings and weekends, offering SMART working flexibility and hybrid options. You will manage events, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure compliance with licensing and safety at venues.

You will liaise with clients, caterers, designers and staff, supporting the Commercial Events Manager to deliver successful events and positive guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and managing events and coordinating with external suppliers.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Experience handling money transactions including invoicing, cashing up and banking.

Responsibilities

• Support Commercial Events Manager in promoting, arranging and managing events at council venues.
• Be the first point of contact for customers hiring venues and manage bookings from enquiry to day-of coordination.
• Oversee bar area duties including till management, stock control and health and safety, and coordinate bar staff.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor liaison

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication skills

Organisation

Tools

POS system

Till management

Job description

Trafford Council is seeking a Commercial Events Coordinator on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role is full-time (36.25 hours) with some evenings and weekends, offering SMART working flexibility and hybrid options. You will manage events, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure compliance with licensing and safety at venues.

You will liaise with clients, caterers, designers and staff, supporting the Commercial Events Manager to deliver successful events and positive guest experiences.