Graduate Events Assistant

Silver Planet Group; Brixham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in England is seeking an Events Coordinator to provide administrative and organizational support for events. This role is ideal for a recent graduate interested in event planning and project management. The position includes benefits like 28 days of holiday, private healthcare, and ongoing training. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to handle multiple projects effectively.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Employee discount schemes

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to support multiple complex projects across organizational groups.
• Interest and proficiency in using social media for marketing and promotion.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for event inquiries.
• Assist in managing the online event program.
• Research venues and liaise with suppliers.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree preferred

Job description

Our client, a non-profit organization based in Windsor, is looking to recruit an Events Coordinator to join their team.

Reporting to the Events Team, the Events Assistant position provides proactive administrative and organizational support to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of the events portfolio.

Working within a small but specialized team, this role offers an excellent opportunity for learning in event planning and logistics, ideally suited for a recent graduate interested in a career in events or project management.

The position is Monday to Friday, 9-5, with 3 days working from home and 2 days in the office. Benefits include 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, employee discount schemes, and ongoing training and development.

Key Duties include:

1. Act as the first point of contact for event inquiries.
2. Support faculty with invitations, CVs, accommodation, and travel arrangements.
3. Assist in managing the online event program, general information, and industry pages.
4. Process registrations as required.
5. Research venues and liaise with suppliers, including catering, transportation, and housing.
6. Conduct market research related to events.
7. Create and distribute event materials, collaborating with internal departments and external suppliers.
8. Support registration processes.
9. Assist in communication activities, including website content, social media postings, and e-blasts.
10. Provide on-site assistance as directed, which may include overseas venues.

Skills and Experience:

1. Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail and professionalism.
2. A degree is preferable.
3. Ability to support multiple complex projects across organizational groups.
4. Strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships.
5. Experience or interest in event organization.
6. Ability to meet deadlines and work resiliently under pressure.
7. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
8. Proficiency in IT and online applications.
9. Interest and proficiency in using social media for marketing and promotion.

We will contact only those candidates deemed suitable based on their experience, training, and skills. Unsuccessful applications will not be retained beyond 30 days.

As an equal opportunity employer, Bucks and Berks Recruitment is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply.