Full job descriptionWe’re working with our client, a well-established B2B organisation, who are looking to hire an Events Executive to support the planning and delivery of a varied programme of corporate and internal events across the UK and Northern Ireland.
This is a great opportunity for someone with solid end-to-end events experience who enjoys managing multiple stakeholders, suppliers and budgets, while delivering high-quality, well-run events.
The Role
As Events Executive, you’ll be responsible for the full event lifecycle – from initial planning through to on-site delivery and post-event reporting. Events include conferences, training forums, learning & development workshops and virtual events.
You’ll work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure every event runs smoothly, on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Event Planning & Delivery
*Plan, coordinate and deliver a programme of corporate and internal events
*Create detailed event plans, timelines and schedules
*Promote and communicate events within agreed timescales
*Attend and support events throughout the year, including occasional overnight stays
Stakeholder & Supplier Management
*Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand objectives and requirements
*Manage external suppliers including venues, production and logistics partners
*Source suitable venues and oversee all logistical arrangements
Budget, Reporting & Quality
*Manage budgets, negotiate supplier costs and approve invoices
*Track event spend and maintain financial oversight
*Gather feedback, analyse event data and provide insights for continuous improvement
About You
Essential
*2+ years’ experience delivering end-to-end events, ideally within a B2B environment
*Strong organisation, planning and project management skills
*Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management ability
*Experience managing budgets and working with suppliers
*Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
*Full, clean driving licence
Desirable
*Marketing background or experience in a sales/marketing environment
*Knowledge of HTML
*Experience within financial services or a regulated industry
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