Events Assistant

First Recruitment Services; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global events company in the sustainability sector seeks an Events Assistant to support venue research, manage registrations, and coordinate logistics with speakers. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in events, preferably with relevant experience or degree. The role offers a salary between £24,000 and £30,000 based on experience, along with numerous benefits like 25 days holiday, contributory pension, and wellbeing initiatives.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus birthday off

Contributory pension

Life assurance scheme

Wellbeing and health benefits

Cycle to work and electric car schemes

Qualifications

• A strong interest in events is essential.
• Experience managing multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication and organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in venue research and vendor sourcing.
• Manage the registration site and process registrations.
• Coordinate logistics with speakers.

Skills

Strong interest in events

Time management skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Flexibility to travel internationally

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for an Events Assistant to join a company in the events sector operating globally to produce and deliver international business summits in the sustainability sector.

As an Events Assistant you will:

• Assist in venue research and shortlisting as well as sourcing related vendors
• Manage the registration site, process new registrations and generate reports
• Set up and maintain the networking event platform
• Liaise with speakers to coordinate logistics and gather information to market them in the run up to the event
• Support the business development teams by registering delegates and guests
• Issue invoices and receipts
• Proofread information and coordinate delegate information
• Manage speakers and presentations on event days
• Assist with event delivery including setup, registration, delegate support, and liaison with the venue and technical teams

Skills & experience required:

• A strong interest in events is essential, ideally with a relevant degree or equivalent and/or previous experience in events administration
• Experience/ability managing multiple deadlines, projects and contact points
• Strong communication and organisation skills
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Flexibility to travel internationally and to be flexible with working hours dependent on the needs of various events

Salary, hours and company benefits:

• 24,000 to 30,000 based on experience
• Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm, office based in Brighton
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Birthday off, plus a volunteer day
• Contributory pension
• Life assurance scheme
• Group income protection
• Wellbeing and health benefits
• Cycle to work and electric car schemes

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.