Event Executive

Wickes; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus

Life Assurance

Enhanced pension after 2 years

Discount platform

Wellbeing benefits

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Wickes in Watford is seeking an Event Executive to support the marketing team and deliver Home Improvers Community Events nationwide.

You will schedule events, draft briefs for internal teams and suppliers, manage assets, coordinate content, and ensure flawless execution with strong organisational skills. This role includes occasional Saturday work, hybrid office/remote options, and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in event support and coordination is desirable.
• Strong organisational and communication skills across multiple teams.
• Ability to draft clear briefs for internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate events nationwide with store support teams.
• Draft clear briefs for internal teams and suppliers.
• Finalise assets and oversee on-site event execution.
• Coordinate content collection (UGC) from events for channels.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders on logistics.

Skills

Event coordination

Organisation

Communication

Briefs drafting

multitask handling

Tools

Calendar tools

Project management apps

Google Workspace

Job description

We’re looking for an Event Executive to join our marketing team. This is an exciting time to be joining us to support our Home Improvers Community Events.

As Event Executive you’ll provide essential support and be responsible for the day-to-day coordination and flawless execution of Home Improver Community Events. You’ll ensure all logistical details are managed meticulously, from briefing suppliers to coordinating with internal teams and supporting the collection of user-generated content. Ultimately, your primary purpose is to transform the Event Manager's strategic vision into a well-organised, successful, and impactful reality.

You’ll support events Nationwide on a regular basis and will occasionally involve working on a Saturday. A drivers licence and car would be preferred.

What you’ll be doing:

• Schedule and coordinate events: Work directly with Home Improvers Community store support team to create and manage the in-store event schedule
• Create Detailed Event Briefs: Draft clear and comprehensive briefs for internal teams and external suppliers based on the event concept
• Finalise & Approve Assets: Approve all event-related creative assets
• Create and coordinate clear event executional plans: Oversee all logistical aspects of events, ensuring all parties—from suppliers to internal teams—are aligned and ready
• Coordinate Content Curation: Collaborate with marketing and digital teams to collect, curate, and organise all User Generated Content (UGC) from events, ensuring it is ready for use across various channels
• Coordinate with Suppliers & Partners: Act as a key contact for confirmed suppliers, managing their specific logistical needs, deliveries, and on-site presence.
• Support Internal Communication: Serve as a key communication link between the Event Manager and various internal stakeholders to ensure all teams are aware of upcoming events and their respective roles.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for an enthusiastic candidate who might already have some experience, or a recent graduate with a demonstration of interest in this field. The ideal candidate will have some practical experience in event support and coordination, with a focus on administrative tasks and logistics. Candidates who have volunteered for events, managed events, or have a strong track record of successful logistical coordination will be welcomed. You’ll have strong organisational skills and strong communication skills as you’ll be liaising across internal and external parties both verbally and through clearly written briefs. You’ll be proficient using different tools such as calendar tools, project management apps and Google suites. You’ll be able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously and demonstrate excellent attention to detail.

What can we offer you?

You’ll be supported with fantastic learning and development and have the opportunity to grow and develop your career with us. We also have an early careers network to support you if you’re in your first few years of your career.

We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes:

• Competitive bonus
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced contributory pension scheme after 2 years
• Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme

Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support.

You’ll work from our Support Centre in Watford, where our marketing team are based, along with our other support functions. We recognise the value of bringing our teams together to collaborate, support each other and build on our amazing culture. We are also encouraging our teams to work flexibly, with a blend of remote / office working.

About Us:

Wickes is a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market. With 50 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.6bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.

But it is the Wickes’ culture that is considered its best kept secret; it’s a collaborative, down to earth, fun and inclusive environment where people feel part of a winning team. All our colleagues come from different backgrounds, but what we all have in common is a determination to succeed and a passion for being the best we can be. If that sounds like you, we’ll make you feel right at home.

We aim to create an inclusive workplace with colleagues’ wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

We’re a Disability Confident Employer and committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from disabled people and are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process and workplace for everyone. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments, please let us know here.