Student Event Assistant: Conference & Networking

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,653,000; Part time

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking Event Assistants for a graduate conference in the Dalton Building. The role runs on Monday 21 September 2026, 11:00–16:00, and involves welcoming attendees, guiding them to sessions, and providing general event support.

You will be the friendly point of contact for attendees and help with room set-up, materials, refreshments, and networking activities. The role suits current Manchester Met students who are reliable, team‑oriented and communicative.

Qualifications

• Current Manchester Met student
• Friendly and approachable when talking to diverse people
• Reliable, organised and punctual
• Professional attitude and willingness to help
• Confident communicating with graduates, staff, employers and external guests
• Able to work as part of a team and adapt to tasks
• Desirable: previous event experience

Responsibilities

• Welcome attendees and direct them to sessions
• Signpost attendees to sessions and provide directions
• Assist speakers and facilitators as needed
• Help with room set-up and event materials
• Provide general event support throughout the day
• Assist with refreshments, networking activities and pack-down

Skills

Friendly

Approachable

Confident communicator

Team player

Reliable & punctual

Job description

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking Event Assistants for a graduate conference in the Dalton Building. The role runs on Monday 21 September 2026, 11:00–16:00, and involves welcoming attendees, guiding them to sessions, and providing general event support.

You will be the friendly point of contact for attendees and help with room set-up, materials, refreshments, and networking activities. The role suits current Manchester Met students who are reliable, team‑oriented and communicative.