Strategic Event Planner & Coordinator

UKEvents.net; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

UKEvents.net is seeking an experienced Event Organizer to plan and coordinate a range of events from conferences to weddings. The role involves collaborating with clients to define objectives, managing vendors, and delivering detailed event schedules.

The candidate will oversee budgets, timelines, and on-site execution, while coordinating marketing support to secure media coverage. Evening/weekend flexibility is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in event planning, hospitality, or related field.
• Proven experience in event planning and management.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Proficiency in event planning software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to identify their event objectives, budgets, and requirements.
• Develop event concepts, themes, and budgets.
• Source and manage vendors such as caterers, florists, decorators, and entertainers.
• Negotiate contracts with venues and vendors.
• Coordinate logistics such as transportation, accommodations, and equipment rentals.
• Develop detailed event schedules and timelines.
• Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Manage event budgets and ensure expenses stay within budget limits.
• Work with marketing and public relations teams to promote events and secure media coverage.
• Ensure client satisfaction and address any issues that arise during the planning or execution of an event.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in event planning or related field

Tools

Event planning software

Microsoft Office

Job description

UKEvents.net is seeking an experienced Event Organizer to plan and coordinate a range of events from conferences to weddings. The role involves collaborating with clients to define objectives, managing vendors, and delivering detailed event schedules.

The candidate will oversee budgets, timelines, and on-site execution, while coordinating marketing support to secure media coverage. Evening/weekend flexibility is expected.