Events Specialist

Tiger Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Recruitment in London is seeking an experienced Events Specialist to plan and deliver internal and external events end-to-end, managing timelines, budgets, suppliers and on-the-day logistics. The role is based in the City with three days in the office, and includes support for virtual and hybrid events, while coordinating stakeholders and ensuring compelling attendee experiences.

You will bring excellent organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail and a proactive, can-do attitude

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience organising events, preferably in a professional services firm.
• A 2:1 or higher undergraduate degree from a recognised university, in any discipline.
• Excellent written and spoken English with strong proofreading and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver internal and external events end to end, including timelines and budgets.
• Manage venues, catering, AV, photography and contingency planning.
• Support virtual and hybrid events, including platform set-up and rehearsals.
• Create event materials and coordinating invitations, signage and name badges.
• Brief speakers and ensure clear timings and messaging.
• Monitor event performance and post-event follow-up.

Skills

Event planning experience

Attention to detail

Stakeholder coordination

English proficiency

Education

2:1 degree

Job description

Events Specialist

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Perm | ASAP Start - 3 days in the office

Based in the City

The role my client are looking for someone highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented, with a genuine enthusiasm for creating well-run, engaging events. This role would suit someone who enjoys bringing structure to busy projects, is comfortable managing multiple moving parts at once, and brings a positive, can-do attitude when coordinating stakeholders, suppliers and logistics.

What you'll do:

• Plan and deliver internal and external events from end to end, including timelines, budgets, suppliers, guest lists, registration, logistics, running orders and on-the-day management.
• Develop event project plans, ensuring stakeholders remain on track, potential risks are identified early and key decisions are progressed efficiently.
• Manage venues, catering, AV, photography and contingency planning.
• Support virtual and hybrid events where required, including platform set-up, speaker preparation and technical rehearsals.
• Create and coordinate event materials, including invitations, RSVP processes, joining instructions, signage, handouts, name badges, presentations and on-screen assets.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to develop event formats, agendas and attendee experiences.
• Brief speakers, coordinate preparation sessions and ensure everyone is clear on timings, responsibilities and messaging.
• Manage attendee communications and post-event follow-up, including feedback collection where appropriate.
• Monitor and report on event performance, including attendance, audience demographics, engagement, costs and agreed outcomes.
• Oversee branded merchandise for events and recruitment activities, including stock management, ordering, storage and distribution.
• Manage individual event budgets, monitor expenditure and contribute to annual budgeting and forecasting for the events programme.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, negotiating where appropriate with venues, printers, production companies and merchandise suppliers.

What you'll need:

Applicants should have a minimum of two years’ experience organising events, ideally within a professional services firm.

1. A 2:1 or higher undergraduate degree from a recognised university, in any discipline.
2. Exceptional attention to detail, with strong proofreading and organisational skills.
3. Knowledge of the consultancy or professional services sector, alongside previous experience organising and delivering events.
4. A demonstrable enthusiasm for supporting the growth and development of a successful, expanding business, at both operational and strategic levels.
5. Excellent written and spoken English. Additional languages would be an advantage.

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