Event Planner

eTeam; Egham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management company in Egham is seeking an experienced event manager to oversee the operational delivery of virtual events. Responsibilities include managing event logistics, training program partners on technology, and enhancing customer engagement. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, over two years of relevant experience, great communication skills, and proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office and Zoom. This role offers a hybrid work model and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years professional work experience.
• Solid computer and analytical skills.
• Superior poise and judgment with internal and external constituencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operational delivery of virtual events.
• Train program partners on virtual event technology.
• Seek and determine new operational efficiencies.

Skills

Results-oriented

Solid computer and analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Excellent time management

Proactive problem-solving skills

Interest in virtual event planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree from accredited University

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Webex

Zoom

Job description

Work Model

Hybrid

Summary

• Manage the operational delivery of virtual events from start to finish including registration set-up and management, coordination with internal stakeholders on delivery specifications, and day-of execution.
• Train program partners on virtual event technology, Conferences processes and resources (registration and delivery technologies, registration protocols and online resources).
• Identify and create new ways to engage with our audiences virtually using feedback on previous conferences/events to continue to enhance the customer experience.
• Seek and determine new operational efficiencies to drive further scale across large volume of virtual events.
• Liaise with global conferences teams on process changes and improvements across the team.
• Perform special projects to further virtual event product and workflow.

Skills

• Minimum 2+ years professional work experience.
• Results-oriented drive and a solid work ethic.
• Solid computer and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Outlook, Word and Excel) and virtual event delivery platforms (Webex and Zoom) preferred.
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
• Superior poise and judgment (demonstrated “grace under pressure”) with both internal and external constituencies.
• Ability to work well in ambiguous situations with little information or direction across multiple regions.
• Comfort working with and ability to upward manage senior executives.
• Innovative approach to process and workflow.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Strong record of achievement in current position.
• Interest and experience in virtual event planning.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited University