Events & Hospitality Co-ordinator 12 Month FTC

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Events Manager to oversee the planning and execution of innovative events. This role, part of a high-performing marketing team, offers a unique opportunity to create exceptional experiences for clients and staff while driving business growth. With a focus on collaboration and creativity, you will manage everything from budgeting to stakeholder engagement, ensuring every event aligns with strategic objectives. Join a forward-thinking organization that values inclusion and personal growth, and enjoy a flexible work environment with a blend of in-office and remote opportunities.

Benefits

Wellbeing Subsidy

Gym Membership

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Non-Contributory Pension

Discretionary Bonus

Life & Income Protection

Travel Schemes

Qualifications

• Proven track record in event planning and delivery within a corporate environment.
• Strong writing, verbal, and presentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end event management for both B2B and B2C audiences.
• Source venues, manage budgets, and collaborate with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Event Planning

Budget Management

Stakeholder Management

Creative Thinking

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Professional Marketing Qualification

Tools

DotDigital

CRM Dynamics

SharePoint

Cvent

MS Teams

Job description

Investec is a distinctive Specialist Bank serving clients principally in the UK and South Africa. Our culture gives us our edge: we work hard to find colleagues who'll think out of the ordinary and we put them in environments where they'll flourish. We combine a flat structure with a focus on internal mobility. If you can bring an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to learn and collaborate to your work, this could be the boost your career deserves.

Events Manager - 12 Month FTC

Role Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Events Manager to help deliver exceptional in-person and virtual events. This position is a 12-month fixed-term contract and will be responsible for the end-to-end management of client and staff events, working across both B2B and B2C audiences. You will be part of a high-performing business marketing and events team, gaining exposure to a variety of interesting campaigns and programs. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by creating outstanding experiences for clients, prospects, and staff, while helping the business achieve its ambitious growth targets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Event Management
2. Event Design: Create innovative and differentiated event programs that align with business and marketing objectives. Stay current with best practices across virtual event platforms, venues, and entertainment options.
3. Planning and Budget Management: Source appropriate venues, produce event proposals, and manage the delivery of events from conception to completion. Conduct detailed budget planning, tracking, cost negotiation, reconciliation, and invoice processing. Collaborate with legal, procurement, compliance, health and safety, and marketing operations to ensure all risk assessments, permissions, and contracts are completed to company standards.
4. Client and Stakeholder Management
5. Internal Collaboration: Liaise with key internal stakeholders throughout the event process. Work closely with marketing colleagues to deliver events as part of multi-channel campaigns. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, depending on project size and complexity.
6. Communication and Branding
7. Event Communications: Manage all event communications, including invitations and guest list management using online systems (experience with DotDigital, CRM Dynamics, SharePoint, Cvent preferred). Develop online surveys to gauge client and staff experiences post-event and conduct attendance analysis and reporting.
8. Logistics and Delivery
9. Event Execution: Be familiar with virtual platforms, including MS Teams and Live, with experience in webinars and in-person events. Conduct venue research, site inspections, and prepare comprehensive venue proposals. Manage supplier and agency relationships, including cost negotiations.
10. Support for Hospitality Manager
11. Ticketing and Hospitality Management: Support ticketing and hospitality activation for the Investec Champions Cup sponsorship, including ticket allocation, distribution, and liaising with clubs. Work closely with Marketing Operations to manage related contracts.

Core Skills and Knowledge

• Experience: Proven track record in event planning, delivery, budget management, and project management within a corporate environment.
• Stakeholder Management: Excellent relationship management skills with stakeholders and clients.
• Creative Thinking: Ability to generate innovative ideas and execute events from concept to delivery.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail in a dynamic environment.
• Communication Skills: Strong writing, verbal, and presentation skills.

Additional Attributes (Helpful but Not Essential)

• Understanding of the financial services sector is advantageous.
• A professional marketing qualification is a plus but not required.

Work Environment & Benefits

Our collaborative and agile culture features a 4-day in-office workweek with one remote day. Investec offers wellbeing benefits including a wellbeing subsidy, gym membership, Virtual GP, Peppy Health App, private medical & dental insurance, non-contributory pension, discretionary bonus, life & income protection, travel schemes, and more.

We foster a culture of belonging and inclusion, encouraging everyone to be themselves and drive innovation and performance. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.