Events Coordinator

UK Parliament; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 30–35 days

Civil Service pension

Flexible working

Job summary

UK Parliament is seeking an Events Coordinator to own a diverse portfolio of Member-hosted and commercial events around the House. From initial enquiry through to delivery, you will guide clients through the planning journey, creating exceptional experiences in one of the UK’s most prestigious venues.

This role suits an organised events professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will build trusted relations with MPs, clients and internal teams, translating requirements into

Qualifications

• Experience in managing multiple events end-to-end
• Excellent planning and organisational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships while upholding values of professionalism and discretion
• Excellent customer service and written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information and stay professional at high-profile events

Responsibilities

• Owns a varied portfolio of Member-hosted and commercial events from enquiry to delivery
• Guide clients through the planning journey to create exceptional experiences
• Coordinate with catering, security and facilities teams
• Produce accurate event documentation and ensure compliance with policies, licensing and venue protocols
• Identify commercial opportunities and respond flexibly to changing demands
• Use client feedback to drive service improvements and high standards

Skills

Multitasking

Planning & Organisation

Stakeholder relationships

Customer service

Written & verbal communication

Job description

What you'll be doing

Join the House of Commons Events Team as an Events Coordinator and take ownership of a varied portfolio of Member-hosted and commercial events around the House. From initial enquiry through to successful delivery, you'll guide clients through the planning journey, creating exceptional experiences within one of the UK's most prestigious venues.

This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, confident events professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two events are the same. You'll build trusted relationships with MPs, clients and internal teams, translating requirements into seamless event plans while managing deadlines, budgets and operational priorities.

You'll coordinate with catering, chefs, security and facilities teams, produce accurate event documentation, and ensure every event meets House policies, security requirements, licensing legislation and venue protocols. You'll also identify commercial opportunities, respond confidently to changing demands and use client feedback to improve services.

If you enjoy solving problems, building relationships and delivering outstanding events, we'd love to hear from you.

Find out more about working at the House of Commons.

Why Join us?

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to:

• Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year.
• Enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%
• Flexible working options that help you find a balance including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns.

What we're looking for

• Experience in managing multiple events, end-to-end, simultaneously.
• Excellent planning & organisational skills, within a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to build strong stakeholder relationships, whilst upholding the values of equality, diversity & inclusion.
• Excellent customer service & written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage sensitive information and stay professional at all times, especially during high-profile events.

Additional Information

Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.

We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.

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