Events Assistant

Red Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional membership body in Central London is seeking an Events Support Assistant for a temporary, full-time role. You will assist with managing various events, including national conferences and webinars. The ideal candidate will have experience in event management, strong administrative skills, and proficiency in using CRM systems. The position offers a pay rate of £16.14 per hour and supports hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Experience working on events (online or in-person).
• Good admin and organisation skills.
• Confident using systems like a CRM or booking platform.

Responsibilities

• Helping to set up and manage events, from national conferences to regional webinars.
• Updating event webpages with details like speaker bios and sponsor logos.
• Using the CRM to manage bookings, send joining instructions, and track attendance.

Skills

Event Management

Admin Skills

CRM Systems

Communication

Tools

Canva

DotDigital

BigMarker

Job description

Events Support Assistant (Temporary Contract)
Location:Central London (hybrid working available)
Contract:Temporary, full-time 35 hours per week
Start Date:ASAP
Reports to:Deputy Head of English Regions
Organisation:Royal College / Professional Membership Body
Payrate:£16.14 per hour.

Overview
This is a hands-on support role within the events team of a professional membership body based in Central London. The team runs a wide range of events across the UK, including national conferences, award ceremonies and webinars — both in-person and online.
You’ll help with everything from setting up events on the website and managing bookings, to supporting delivery on the day. There’s a mix of admin, systems work, and practical support — and you'll be working closely with regional staff and the central team to ensure everything runs smoothly.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Helping to set up and manage events, from national conferences to regional webinars
• Updating event webpages with details like speaker bios and sponsor logos
• Using the CRM to manage bookings, send joining instructions, and track attendance
• Creating simple marketing materials using templates (e.g. Canva, DotDigital)
• Supporting virtual and in-person events using platforms like BigMarker or Evessio
• Sending out feedback surveys and helping pull together post-event reports
• Responding to event-related emails and queries
• Providing general admin support across the wider team when needed

What We’re Looking For
Essential

• Experience working on events (online or in-person)
• Good admin and organisation skills
• Confident using systems like a CRM or booking platform
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work well both independently and with others

Desirable

• Experience working in a membership body or professional services environment
• Understanding of data protection in an events context
• Familiarity with tools like BigMarker, Canva, or DotDigital

If you’ve worked on events within a membership organisation or professional services setting, and are available for a temporary role, please send your CV for immediate review.