Events Executive

Just Group plc; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic opportunity awaits as an Events Executive at a leading company in Belfast. This role involves supporting a variety of events, ensuring high standards, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance engagement activities. Ideal for candidates with a background in corporate or hospitality events looking to advance their careers.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Life assurance

28 days annual leave plus an additional day for your birthday

Private medical cover

Income protection

Bonus scheme based on performance

Career progression opportunities

Free access to Headspace app

Various employee benefits via online portal

Qualifications

• Proven stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Organized and methodical approach.
• Strong negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Accompany the Events Manager and Group Events Lead on-site at events.
• Build and deliver post-event analysis.
• Liaise with suppliers based on specific briefs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Creative thinking

Job description

Belfast – Hybrid (min 50% office based) – Travel to London will be required

We have an exciting opportunity for an Events Executive to join our Group Events team. The role supports events and engagement activities for both Just Group and HUB Group, including small meetings, conferences, incentives, and celebration events, for both internal and external customers.

This role is ideal for someone in corporate events looking to grow their experience, or someone in hotel, hospitality, or venue events management seeking corporate experience.

Reporting to the Group Events Leader, you will assist in achieving team objectives by delivering high-standard, efficient, and cost-effective events. You will support creative decision-making and collaborate with internal stakeholders and colleagues to ensure compliance with processes such as health and safety, finance, and legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accompany the Events Manager and Group Events Lead on-site at events.
2. Build and deliver post-event analysis.
3. Maintain records of administrative elements including finances, invoices, booking agreements, and contracts.
4. Liaise with suppliers based on specific briefs.
5. Support local events in Belfast under guidance from the Group Events Leader.
6. Attend all meetings as a secondary contact for the Event owner.
7. Perform ad-hoc duties such as attendee management, communications writing, meeting requests, travel arrangements, and host support based on team needs.

Skills and Experience:

1. Proven stakeholder management and communication skills.
2. Organized and methodical approach.
3. Strong negotiation and communication skills, confident in dealings with internal and external parties.
4. Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
5. Creative thinking and openness to new ideas.

Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary, pension scheme, and life assurance.
• 28 days annual leave plus an additional day for your birthday.
• Private medical cover and income protection.
• Bonus scheme based on individual and company performance.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Free access to Headspace app, employee assistance helpline, and trained health first aiders.
• Various employee benefits via our online portal, with options for you and loved ones.