EVENT CO-ORDINATOR

Posted 17 January 2022
SalaryNegotiable
LocationSurrey
Job type Permanent
DisciplineEvent Recruitment Agency
Reference18276/001_1642406462
Contact NameLive Recruitment

Job description

THE COMPANY

A leader in B2B event delivery; this organisation conceptualises and develops some of the most sought after live events, publications and digital products in the world. Supporting a broad variety of industry sectors they create and deliver a portfolio of trade exhibitions and conferences both in person and virtually. Often taking place in destinations across the world including Mexico, Dubai and Bulgaria they have a global reach to thousands of attendees.

They are now looking to build their team with an Event Coordinator to support on the delivery of these exciting events. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team with a supportive and down to earth culture which also offers excellent prospects for progression.

THE ROLE

As Event Coordinator you will initially assist in the organisation of their event projects with the view to eventually take full responsibility of your own event portfolio.

Responsibilities include:

Managing general event administration and support
Holding responsibility for your own projects - conferences, dinners, exhibitions
Acting as a key point of exhibitor, speaker and sponsor contact
Preparing and updating floor plans
Organising various requirements such as catering, furniture, AV, etc.
Coordinating logistics such as travel and accommodation for the event team
Liaising with external suppliers
Collaborating with other internal departments within the business
Providing onsite delivery support - often internationally

THE CANDIDATE

We are looking for proactive and ambitious candidates who are eager to develop their career within the event industry. Most backgrounds will be considered however all candidates must have some exposure and experience within the event industry - this can be from a placement year or an administrative role within an event focused setting. A background from within a conference or exhibition organiser environment would be advantageous.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.

If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting

Ref: LKS18276