Junior Events & Activation Manager, UK

MONIN; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Birthday off

Healthcare cash plan

Enhanced family leave

Job summary

MONIN in London seeks a proactive Events Coordinator to support planning, coordination and delivery of events, brand activations and trade shows. You will liaise with suppliers, agencies and internal teams to ensure smooth execution and post-event follow-up.

The role involves on-site delivery, travel to UK events, and collaboration across the London Studio team. A passion for hospitality and strong organisational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Marketing and events experience, ideally within the food & beverage industry.
• Experience preferred but not essential in the UK region, with knowledge of market dynamics
• Understanding of event marketing tools and best practices
• Creative thinker with a passion the hospitality industry
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in managing budgets and expenses
• Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage several deadlines at once
• Clear, confident communication with colleagues, suppliers and event guests
• Comfortable working with schedules, spreadsheets, budgets and administrative systems
• A practical approach to on-site delivery and problem-solving

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of internal and external events, trade shows and brand activations, ensuring activities are delivered to a high standard and in line with agreed objectives.
• Act as a key point of contact pre-event, on-site, and post-event for external suppliers, agencies, contractors and internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and effective coordination throughout the event lifecycle.
• Identify and develop relationships with new suppliers, contractors, agencies and potential partners to strengthen the event supplier network and identify new opportunities.
• Track event costs, raise purchase orders, coordinate invoices and maintain accurate budget records.
• Manage event administration, including contracts, purchase orders, documentation, schedules, approvals and other relevant event records.
• Provide hands-on support during event set-up, delivery and breakdown, including event spaces, stands, back bars, equipment and materials.
• Coordinate post-event activity, including supplier follow-up, feedback collection, evaluation and reporting, capturing learnings to inform future events.
• Provide guest experience support for international visitors to the UK, helping to coordinate itineraries, hospitality and on-the-ground requirements.
• Support the continuous improvement of event processes, ways of working and supplier relationships to enhance efficiency, quality and overall event experience.

Skills

Event marketing

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Detail oriented

On-site delivery

Job description

MONIN is a global leader in creating sensational drinks experiences. We are a privately owned family business founded in France by Georges Monin. With over 100 years of experience, MONIN has become an internationally acclaimed premium drinks expert. As the market leader who has experienced consistent double-digit growth over the last 12 years, we believe in championing premium quality, and endlessly creating meaningful innovation.

MONIN deliver gourmet flavour solutions built on a bedrock of traditional artisanal beverage know-how. Our unparalleled range of over 150 flavours in 19 different formats, combined with our approach to tailored solutions has helped MONIN become the trusted partner and brand of choice for hospitality professionals in 167 countries. Our portfolio includes syrups, fruit mixes, sauces, frappes, liqueurs and smoothies, all developed to deliver sensational, yet authentic taste experiences. For more information visit our website https://monin1912.com.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of internal and external events, trade shows and brand activations, ensuring activities are delivered to a high standard and in line with agreed objectives.
• On assigned projects, act as a key point of contact pre-event, on-site, and post-event for external suppliers, agencies, contractors and internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and effective coordination throughout the event lifecycle.
• Identify and develop relationships with new suppliers, contractors, agencies and potential partners to strengthen the event supplier network and identify new opportunities.
• Track event costs, raise purchase orders, coordinate invoices and maintain accurate budget records.
• Manage event administration, including contracts, purchase orders, documentation, schedules, approvals and other relevant event records.
• Provide hands-on support during event set-up, delivery and breakdown, including event spaces, stands, back bars, equipment and materials.
• Coordinate post-event activity, including supplier follow-up, feedback collection, evaluation and reporting, capturing learnings to inform future events.
• Provide guest experience support for international visitors to the UK, helping to coordinate itineraries, hospitality and on-the-ground requirements.
• Support the continuous improvement of event processes, ways of working and supplier relationships to enhance efficiency, quality and overall event experience.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Marketing and events experience, ideally within the food & beverage industry
• Experience preferred but not essential in the UK region, with knowledge of market dynamics
• Understanding of event marketing tools and best practices
• Creative thinker with a passion the hospitality industry
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in managing budgets and expenses
• Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage several deadlines at once
• Clear, confident communication with colleagues, suppliers and event guests
• Comfortable working with schedules, spreadsheets, budgets and administrative systems
• A practical approach to on-site delivery and problem-solving

BENEFITS

• 2 5 Holiday Day allowance, 8 bank holidays allowance plus your birthday off
• Incremental Holiday increases at 3, 5, 6 & 9 years service
• Healthcare Cash Plan access on successful probation
• E nhanced family leave

This is a flexible working role - with a minimum of 4 "office days" working in the London Studio on Hoxton Square, where your team will be based. As this role requires travel to Trade Show events across the UK, your days at Trade Show events can be counted as "office days".