Events Coordinator

Cathedral Appointments Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organisation based in Exeter is seeking an enthusiastic Events Coordinator to join their vibrant team. This role focuses on community engagement and event delivery, requiring a passion for people and organisation. Responsibilities include coordinating events, welcoming guests, and providing first-class customer service. Benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Private healthcare

Coaching and mentoring

Enhanced company pension

Training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service, ideally within hospitality or events.
• A genuine passion for event planning and coordination.
• Energetic and willing to work occasional evenings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver community and corporate events.
• Provide a warm, professional front-of-house service.
• Support meeting room operations and ensure high standards.

Skills

Customer service experience

Event planning

Organised

Ability to work independently

Positive approach

Job description

UP TO £26,208 DOE | OFFICE BASED | EXETER CITY CENTRE

Our client is a forward-thinking and people-centric organisation offering beautifully designed workspace solutions with a strong sense of community. They pride themselves on creating an engaging environment where collaboration, service excellence, and meaningful connections come first. With community events, modern facilities, and a vibrant customer base, this is an opportunity to be part of something dynamic and evolving.

Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and proactive Events Coordinator to join a vibrant team in Exeter. The role is perfect for someone who loves variety, balancing community engagement, event delivery, and first‑class customer service. From welcoming guests to planning and hosting events, this position plays a vital part in maintaining the energy and professionalism of a busy, customer‑focused workspace.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm (occasional evening work for events, with time off in lieu).

Responsibilities of the Events Coordinator:

• Coordinate and deliver a diverse programme of community and corporate events, ensuring each runs smoothly from planning through to completion.
• Provide a warm, professional front‑of‑house service—welcoming guests, managing reception duties, and ensuring a seamless experience for members and visitors.
• Support meeting room operations, including set‑up, bookings, and ensuring facilities are always presented to a high standard.
• Collaborate with the wider team to maintain an engaging, efficient, and customer‑focused environment.

Requirements of the Events Coordinator:

• Previous experience in customer service, ideally within hospitality, events, or a flexible workspace environment.
• A genuine passion for event planning, coordination, and delivering memorable experiences.
• Energetic, organised, and able to work independently as well as part of a supportive team.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings for events, demonstrating flexibility and a positive approach.
• Able to work with external teams to reach required outcomes.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £26,208 per annum (£12.60/hour).
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Private healthcare
• Access to coaching, mentoring, and therapeutic support
• Enhanced company pension
• Training & development opportunities
• Engaging and varied role in a friendly, community-focused workplace.
• Opportunity for professional growth within a supportive and forward‑thinking organisation.
• Involvement in exciting events and the chance to shape a thriving community experience.

If you’re a confident people‑person with a flair for organisation and a passion for bringing events to life, this could be your perfect next step.
Apply today to join a vibrant Exeter-based team and make your mark as an Events Coordinator.

Note on Sponsorship:

We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruitment Consultants:

Georgia Parkhouse

Ref:

11054