Events Coordinator

2i Recruit Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a highly organized Events Coordinator to lead various events, from internal celebrations to external conferences. The ideal candidate has a creative flair, strong time management, and a minimum of 3 years of experience in event planning. This role requires excellent communication skills and a passion for creating memorable experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar events-focused role.
• Proven ability to manage events of varying scales.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of events from concept to completion.
• Coordinate logistics and liaise with vendors.
• Manage budgets efficiently.

Skills

Attention to detail

Creative thinking

Time management

Communication

Problem-solving

Budget management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Trello

Job description

Overview

About the Role
We're on the lookout for a highly organised, energetic and creative Events Coordinator to join our client's growing marketing team. This is a varied, hands-on position where you'll take the lead in delivering a wide spectrum of events from internal celebrations and wellbeing days to external conferences, networking evenings and recruitment fairs. You'll bring ideas to life, energise teams and ensure events reflect our client's values while enhancing their brand visibility. Whether it's hosting a summer staff get-together or coordinating their presence at a large community festival, you'll be at the heart of it all making things happen and ensuring everyone has a brilliant experience. This role requires creativity, flexibility, a good sense of fun and a knack for logistics. You'll be working closely with the in-house marketing team and colleagues across all departments, ensuring events are delivered with purpose, polish and personality.

Responsibilities

• Event Management: Take ownership of events from concept through to completion across different office locations.
• Creative Planning: Brainstorm with the marketing team to develop engaging, on-brand event concepts.
• Venue & Supplier Coordination: Research and liaise with external venues, caterers, speakers, entertainers and vendors.
• Logistics Oversight: Arrange all event logistics including travel, equipment, tech requirements, signage, materials and guest management.
• On-Site Execution: Provide hands-on support during events, ensuring everything runs smoothly and attendees feel well looked after.
• Budget Control: Manage event budgets efficiently while maintaining high standards and experience quality.
• Post-Event Review: Collect feedback and performance metrics, and report back to the wider team with suggestions for improvements.
• Employee Engagement: Help to drive team spirit and engagementthrough seasonal activities, competitions and themed events.

About You

• Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills
• Experience working in event planning, hospitality, or coordination roles from weddings to corporate functions
• A creative flair with a passion for curating memorable experiences
• A natural communicator and confident liaising with all levels of colleagues and suppliers
• Calm under pressure with the ability to problem-solve in real time
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Willingness to travel between offices and occasionally support weekend/evening events

What You\'ll Need

• Minimum 3 years\' experience in a similar events-focused role
• Demonstrated success managing events of varying scales
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with creative/project tools such as Canvan and Trello
• Proven ability to manage budgets and negotiate with suppliers
• Understanding of risk and compliance considerations at public/private events (desirable)

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on organisation and gets genuine satisfaction from seeing people come together through brilliant events.

If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted