Event Executive

C2events; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

C2events in Wakefield is seeking an Event Executive with a passion for delivering meetings and events across the UK and internationally. You’ll support client events from concept to on-site execution, learning from experienced project managers and handling delegate management, data, and logistics.

You’ll gain hands-on exposure to the full event lifecycle, work with top venues and suppliers, and develop strong client service and organisational skills in a fast-paced global environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Events Management or related discipline, or equivalent event/hospitality experience.
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Confidence working with Excel and managing data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn.
• Flexibility to travel and support events both within the UK and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Building and managing event registration websites and mobile apps (Cvent).
• Coordinating delegate communications and registration processes.
• Managing attendee and invitation lists, reporting, and data accuracy.
• Researching venues and preparing proposals for client consideration.
• Supporting travel logistics and attendee management.
• Assisting with event administration, reporting, and project coordination.
• Providing on-site support at client events in the UK and overseas.
• Working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal project teams to deliver exceptional event experiences.

Skills

Organisational skills

Excel proficiency

Excellent written and verbal comms

Team player

Travel flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Events Management or related discipline

Tools

Cvent

Job description

Are you looking to launch your career in events and gain hands-on experience delivering meetings and events across the UK and internationally? At C2events, we're seeking an Event Executive to join our growing team in Wakefield. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with early career experience in events, hospitality, agency, or project support who is eager to learn and develop within a fast-paced, global events environment.

As an Event Executive, you'll play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of client events, working alongside experienced project managers on everything from delegate management and event technology to venue sourcing and on-site event execution. You'll gain exposure to the full event lifecycle while building valuable skills in client service, project coordination, data management, and event operations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Building and managing event registration websites and mobile apps (Cvent)
• Coordinating delegate communications and registration processes
• Managing attendee and invitation lists, reporting, and data accuracy
• Researching venues and preparing proposals for client consideration
• Supporting travel logistics and attendee management
• Assisting with event administration, reporting, and project coordination
• Providing on-site support at client events in the UK and overseas
• Working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal project teams to deliver exceptional event experiences

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Events Management or a related discipline, or equivalent event/hospitality experience
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Confidence working with Excel and managing data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn
• Flexibility to travel and support events both within the UK and internationally

Why Join C2events?

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to build a career in event management while gaining exposure to global events, industry-leading clients, and experienced professionals. With 30-60 days of travel annually, you'll have the opportunity to support events around the world while developing a broad and highly marketable event skillset. If you're organised, enthusiastic, and ready to kick-start your events career, we'd love to hear from you.