Event jobs in United Kingdom

Join our client and make a difference! Our client is looking for a highly organised and proactive Executive Team Assistant to support their Executive Board and Chair of Governors. This is a dynamic role where you'll combine top-tier administrative skills with event coordination expertise.

Job Title: Executive Team Assistant / Events Executive

• Reporting to: PA to CEO / Central Office Manager (and Chair of Governors)
• Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 per annum
• Location: Wimbledon, with occasional travel to other sites and the ability to travel abroad for Seminars
• Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)

In this pivotal role, you will ensure the smooth operation of their Executive Board and governance processes, while also managing logistics for high-profile events and conferences. You'll be the go-to person for coordination, communication, and planning at the heart of their organisation. You also need to be available to travel internationally approximately 8 times a year

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Board of Governors and Executive Team.
• Organise, attend, and minute meetings; prepare agendas and track actions.
• Draft letters, reports, and references; manage sensitive information with discretion.
• Coordinate communication between governors, directors, school leaders, and external stakeholders.
• Support governor performance reviews and induction/training processes.

• Maintain accurate records of appointments, attendance, and declarations of interest.
• Ensure compliance with governance legislation and GDPR.
• Manage the organisation's policy library and collaborate with department heads.

• Plan and coordinate internal and external events, including conferences and graduations.
• Manage logistics for Executive Team attendance at speaking engagements and media events.
• Liaise with venues, suppliers, and stakeholders; negotiate contracts within budget.
• Work with Marketing and PR teams to ensure effective promotion and thought leadership opportunities.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience in high-level administration and event coordination.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Proficiency in modern office software and scheduling tools.

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