Events Executive

Avocet Commercial Careers; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an ambitious Events Executive with a prestigious professional services firm in Exeter. This role involves planning and delivering high-quality events that support commercial objectives, offering a dynamic environment with growth potential. Ideal candidates are organized, proactive, and have a passion for creating memorable experiences.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave

Private medical insurance

Group life assurance

Comprehensive benefits package

Extensive progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in event management.
• Strong understanding of the South West events landscape.
• Exceptional attention to detail and solutions-focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end event planning and execution.
• Manage event logistics including budgets and venues.
• Develop innovative event concepts with stakeholders.

Skills

Planning

Organization

Project Management

Communication

Education

Degree or marketing/event qualification

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

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Dani at Avocet Commercial Careers is thrilled to present this fantastic Events Executive opportunity with a prestigious professional services firm in Exeter.

This is an exciting role perfect for an ambitious events professional looking to make a real impact in a dynamic, award-winning environment.

About the Client

Our client is a highly respected professional services firm with a strong presence across the South West. They've built an exceptional reputation for putting their people, clients, and communities at the heart of everything they do. They offer a genuinely collaborative culture where every team member's contribution is valued and rewarded through profit-sharing opportunities.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate events professional to join their Brand Engagement and Customer Experience team. Working alongside another Events Executive and the Client Delivery Manager, you'll be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality events and corporate hospitality that directly support the firm's commercial objectives. This role offers genuine variety, from intimate client events to large-scale industry conferences across Somerset and Devon.

Events Executive Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end event planning and execution from initial concept through to post-event feedback
• Develop innovative event concepts in collaboration with legal teams and key stakeholders
• Manage comprehensive event logistics including budgets, venues, suppliers, and day-of coordination
• Coordinate presentation materials working closely with the creative team
• Provide hands-on support for events across Somerset and Devon
• Identify and manage the firm's strategic presence at relevant industry events
• Utilise marketing and client data to ensure targeted attendance and maximum engagement
• Support development of new event concepts and hospitality initiatives
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to maintain competitive edge

Events Executive Requirements

• Minimum two years' experience in event management, preferably within professional services
• Strong understanding of the South West events landscape and venue options
• Excellent planning, organisational, and project management capabilities
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Exceptional attention to detail with a practical, solutions-focused approach
• Strategic thinking abilities with commercial awareness
• Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels
• Marketing and business development understanding
• Degree or marketing/event qualification preferred
• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working model
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• Private medical insurance and group life assurance
• Extensive progression opportunities
• Plus so much more!

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a highly organised, proactive events professional with genuine commercial acumen and a passion for creating memorable client experiences. You'll be someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, can manage multiple projects simultaneously, and has the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders. With strong strategic thinking abilities and a solutions-focused mindset, you'll bring fresh ideas while ensuring flawless execution of every event.

Ready to elevate your events career with an award-winning firm?

Contact Dani at Avocet Commercial Careers today:

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business, Business Development, and Public Relations

• Industries

  Law Practice, Legal Services, and Events Services

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