Event Specialist

Zurich Insurance Company; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A global insurance firm is seeking an Events Specialist to join the UK Events team. The role involves planning and delivering various events that enhance the brand and engage audiences. Candidates should have experience in event management, strong organizational skills, and a creative approach to problem-solving. This position offers flexible hybrid working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

12% pension scheme

Annual company bonus

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy/sell options

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering successful events, ideally in a corporate or agency setting.
• Accuracy in written and spoken English and Maths is important.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Organise internal and external events, ensuring alignment with company values.
• Work closely with stakeholders and vendors to deliver seamless events.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and logistics for each event.
• Gather feedback and report on event outcomes for continuous improvement.

Skills

Event planning

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer experience focus

Tools

Event management tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share and full-time basis

Location: Swindon, Farnborough, Fareham, London - flexible hybrid working arrangements

Closing Date for application: 29th August 2025

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences that create a lasting impression? We’re looking for an Events Specialist to join our UK Events team. In this role, you will plan, coordinate, and deliver a variety of events across our business that strengthen our brand, engage the audience, and support our business goals.

What will you be doing?

• Plan and Execute Events: Organise internal and external events, including conferences, exhibitions, dinners and virtual events, ensuring each one aligns with Zurich’s values and standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and vendors to deliver seamless events from concept to completion.
• Project Management: Manage timelines, budgets, and logistics to ensure every event runs smoothly and achieves its objectives.
• Innovate: Bringing your skills and experience to help us as we strive to make our events different, innovative and inspirational.
• Customer Experience: Put attendees at the heart of every event, anticipating needs and providing thoughtful touches that make a difference.
• Brand Representation: Ensure all events reflect Zurich’s brand identity, purpose, and values.
• Evaluation: Gather feedback, report on event outcomes, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in planning and delivering successful events, ideally in a corporate or agency setting, but venue experience also considered.
• Accuracy in written and spoken English and Maths is important for this position
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and positive approach.
• Approachable and calm under pressure with the ability to manage conflicting priorities.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences.
• Proficiency and experience with event management tools and Microsoft Office, with a natural aptitude for self-learning new tools.
• Flexibility to travel and support events outside standard business hours as needed.

Ready to Create a Brighter Future Together?

What will you get in return?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.

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Who we are

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.