Events Coordinator

Softwerx; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology company is looking for an enthusiastic Events Coordinator to join their team in a hybrid role. This entry-level position involves supporting event planning and execution, managing website content, and assisting with marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a desire to learn about marketing and events management. A competitive salary, training opportunities, and employee benefits make this an excellent position for career development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Westfield Health Membership

Life Cover (2x salary)

4% pension contribution

Continual training and career development

Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of marketing principles and eagerness to learn.
• Must be comfortable working independently and managing priorities.
• Interest in cybersecurity and AI is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support in the planning and execution of online and in-person events.
• Manage website content and social media updates.
• Assist with data management in CRM and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Basic marketing knowledge

Education

Studied Marketing or Events Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

WordPress

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

Job description

Events Coordinator

Softwerx is seeking an enthusiastic events coordinator who is eager to develop their career within event management. Spending most of their time within the events department working closely with the Events Lead, this entry-level role will also provide the successful candidate with the opportunity for some hands-on experience across multiple disciplines within the core marketing function, including brand awareness projects, website management, social media engagement, event execution, messaging and reporting.

Reporting to the marketing manager, the successful candidate will be a team player who is eager to learn, with excellent communication and organisational skills. They must have a can-do attitude with the ability to work well under pressure, and an interest in cybersecurity and AI.

Contract type: Permanent

Location: This is a remote hybrid role with occasional travel across the UK and weekly visits to the Cambridge Head Office at CB22 3GN (may change depending on business requirements).

Hours of work: Full time 37.5 hours per week 9am – 5.30pm Monday – Friday.

Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 pa, dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities

Events Support

• Assist in research, planning, execution and reporting of online webinars (hosted on Microsoft Teams), in-person events and 3rd party tradeshows.
• Act as a marketing POC (point of contact) with event venues to confirm event logistics, including venue booking, catering and dietary requirements, and AV setup.
• Coordinate email communications (including invitations, reminders and general comms) with reporting of open rates, registrations and attendee communications.
• Support and monitor event promotion and performance of each event (both online and in-person).
• Compile post-event reports for each event.

Website Management

• Create and manage website pages (via WordPress) with upcoming events, blog posts and other customer-facing content.

Social Media

• Schedule and post social media updates where required for increased visibility.

Marketing Support

• Assist with Microsoft Dynamics CRM data management in line with GDPR compliance.
• Assist with additional marketing projects and campaign tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams - including marketing, business support, and commercial - to ensure smooth execution of channel initiatives.

Essential Experience

• Studied or completed courses/modules in Marketing or Events Management.
• Basic understanding of marketing principles with an enthusiasm to learn and develop across marketing disciplines.
• Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and posting on social media platforms (such as YouTube and LinkedIn).
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with change, and a strong bias for action and attention to detail.
• Eager to learn and share ideas with the broader marketing team to help drive results for the business.

Preferred Experience

• Some internship or work experience in marketing is desirable but not essential

Package

• Competitive base salary £26,000 - £28,000 (experience dependent).
• 25 days holiday per annum plus UK public holidays.
• Westfield Health Membership (offering cashback on health services plus discounts for retailers and gym memberships).
• Life Cover (2 x basic salary).
• Employer pension contribution (4% employer, 4% employee).
• Continual training and career development.
• Referral Scheme.