Operations Executive - EVENTS

Gecko Travel Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the travel industry is seeking an Event Operations Coordinator to manage group travel experiences. This full-time position in Surrey involves hands-on responsibilities in coordinating logistics and fostering customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates should demonstrate problem-solving skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for the travel sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus incentive scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Company pension

Regular travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in event management or group operations role is required.
• Travel industry experience is preferred.
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics and manage suppliers for complex events.
• Ensure high customer service standards consistently.
• Take ownership of events from start to finish.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Organisational ability

Communication skills

Job description

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Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a specialist travel company who are recruiting an Event Operations Coordinator. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to join a dynamic, passionate team delivering exceptional group travel experiences across the UK and abroad.

The Role:

You'll take ownership of complex events from start to finish, you will be coordinating logistics, managing suppliers, and ensuring every detail runs smoothly. This is a hands-on, varied role where you will be maintaining high customer service standards consistently.

You Will Have:

• Previous experience in a similar event management or group operations role
• Travel industry experience
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skillslls
• Excellent problem-solving and organisational ability
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills

Additional Info:

• Competitive salary plus incentive scheme
• Monday to Friday role
• Office-based in Surrey
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Company pension
• Regular travel opportunities

If you're looking for a role where you can put your relationship-building talents and outstanding communication skills to great use, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply with your CV quoting GTR1542 or visit: www.geckotravelrecruitment.co.uk

If you don't hear from us within 7 days, unfortunately your application hasn't been successful this time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Travel Arrangements, Events Services, and Hospitality

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