Event Executive

Hansonwade; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in corporate conferences is seeking an Event Executive to join their Event Delivery team. The role involves managing physical events for European and US markets, ensuring memorable experiences for customers. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a proactive attitude, and a passion for event management. Benefits include well-being bonuses, private health insurance, and a hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

Well-being bonuses

Private health and life insurance

Hybrid working arrangement

Career coaching

Social clubs

Additional annual leave

Discounts via Wader Hub

Volunteer days

Monthly awards and social events

Sabbatical options

Qualifications

• Previous event management experience preferred.
• Ability to travel to the USA and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of physical events.
• Communicate with delegates, speakers, and sponsors.
• Manage budgets and negotiate with suppliers.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Customer Service

Event Management

Education

Higher education degree

Event Management degree

Tools

Event software

Job description

Hanson Wade Group creates and delivers corporate conferences catering to the life science, HR, and construction industries. We deliver almost 300 events each year across the USA, Europe, and Asia.

We are seeking a bright and enthusiastic Event Executive with a "can-do" attitude to join our growing Event Delivery team. You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of physical events for the European and US markets, approximately 2 per month. Ranging in size and logistical complexity, you will partner with key stakeholders and lead the planning, development, and delivery of our events to create memorable and unique experiences for each customer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate with all customer types throughout the event lifecycle: delegates, speakers, and sponsors
• Work extensively with conference hotels, including costs, setup, catering, Wi-Fi, etc.
• Manage Hanson Wade staff flights and accommodation
• Represent the campaign and Hanson Wade on-site (international travel is required)
• Create and proof event documentation
• Create running orders for each event
• Sourcing, negotiating, and managing external suppliers, including AV, technology, signage, and hostesses
• Manage budgets effectively
• Create, implement, and deliver mobile apps for larger campaigns
• Collaborate with the campaign project team to meet key goals and objectives
• Support other team members as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proactive and enthusiastic approach, offering flexibility and a positive attitude
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a warm, personable attitude
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to work well under pressure with high workloads and multiple deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
• Provide excellent customer service to clients at varying levels of seniority
• Passion for event management
• Ability to travel to the USA and Europe (please check your visa requirements)

Education and Experience:

• Higher education degree or equivalent work experience (Event Management degree preferred)
• Previous event management experience preferred
• Experience with event software is advantageous

Why Choose Us?

• Well-being bonuses, including a personal learning budget, employee assistance program, and well-being champions
• Private health and life insurance
• Hybrid working arrangement – 1 day a week in the office
• Access to career coaching from day one
• Social clubs such as book club, chess club, five-a-side, and more
• Additional annual leave, up to 30 days (excluding public holidays)
• Access to discounts via our Wader Hub platform
• Volunteer days to do community good
• Monthly awards and social events, including sports days, karaoke, theatre trips, and cooking courses
• Sabbatical options after 2 and 5 years

Salary: £27,000 + annual bonus

Please note: we cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

This role requires international travel to the USA and Europe; candidates must be able to travel accordingly.