Events Assistant

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Events Support Coordinator to join our Events Team. This role supports the planning andexecution of internal and external events ranging from small meetings (6attendees) to large-scale events (600+ attendees), including exhibitions andinternational customer visits.

Youwill play a key role in delivering seamless and memorable event experiences.that enhance customer engagement and support business growth.

Location

Hybrid based in the office 2 days perweek (Burgess Hill)

Duration

Contract till the end of 2026

Start Date

ASAP

Hours

37.5 hours/week

Salary

£12.82/hr - £15.38/hr PAYE Basic excludingholiday pay or £17.00/hr - £20.50/hr UMB inside ofIR35

Key Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end event coordination for internal and external events
• Assist with venue sourcing, bookings, and site visits.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of services
• Track and manage event budgets
• Raise purchase orders (POs) and support payment processes
• Support on-site event execution, including setup, attendee coordination, and troubleshooting
• Support post-event activities including reporting, evaluation, and feedback analysis
• Create and manage event registration forms and websites (e.g., Cvent)

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Support marketing campaigns including

• Invitations and registration emails
• Reminder communications
• Pre-event joining instructions
• Coordinate post-event communications such as surveys and feedback collection
• Provide administrative support to the events team (meeting coordination, agendas, minutes)
• Work closely with internal teams (Marketing, Sales, Finance, Legal, Compliance)
• Coordinate with external vendors, agencies, and suppliers
• Support customer experience alignment across all events

Essential Requirements

• Recent graduate or entry-level candidate with interest in event management
• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and a strong team player

Desirable

• Familiarity with Google Suite
• Exposure to event management tools (e.g., Cvent)

How to Apply

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