Events Administrator

The Opportunity Hub UK; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job description

Bring your organisation and people skills to a role that keeps events running smoothly, both behind the scenes and on the ground.

Company Overview
The Opportunity Hub UK is recruiting on behalf of a dynamic events company committed to delivering exceptional corporate events and team-building experiences. With a strong reputation for value, quality, and flexibility, this business also creates memorable private events for groups of friends or colleagues. Whether organising large-scale functions or intimate gatherings, they cater to all levels of ability, handling as much or as little of the process as needed. Thanks to exclusive supplier relationships, they deliver high-quality experiences at the best possible value, ensuring each event is seamless and cost-effective.

Job Overview
This Events Administrator role offers a fantastic opportunity to support a busy events team with administrative and client-facing duties. You will play an integral role in the planning and delivery of a wide variety of events, reporting directly to the Senior Events Producer. The position is hybrid, with much of the work based from home, but you will also attend live events, client meetings, and occasionally visit the office near Luton. This makes it ideal for someone within easy reach of that area. This is a fixed-term contract through to December 2024, with the potential to become a permanent role.

Events Administrator (based in London, Salary: £23,000 - £28,000 DOE)

Here's What You'll Be Doing:

1. Delivering administrative support across the full event lifecycle, including managing guest lists, booking meetings, producing event materials, and using the event management system.
2. Assisting at live events, handling registration, and providing on-site support to the production team.
3. Conducting supplier and venue research, and liaising with contacts to support logistics.
4. Supporting new business initiatives including preparing for meetings, writing proposals, and conducting follow-ups.
5. Providing ad hoc diary and organisational support to Directors and Senior Events Producers.

Here Are The Skills You'll Need:

1. A strong eye for detail, particularly in proofreading and managing event-related documents.
2. Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
4. Ability to manage multiple projects with strong organisation and prioritisation.
5. A collaborative attitude with a genuine interest in delivering high-quality experiences.

Work Permissions:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Here Are The Benefits Of This Job:

1. Salary of £23,000 to £28,000 depending on experience.
2. Hybrid working with flexibility and autonomy.
3. Opportunity to work across a varied calendar of corporate and private events.
4. A supportive, close-knit team culture focused on quality and value.

Advantages Of Pursuing A Career In This Sector
Working in the events sector allows you to help create meaningful and memorable experiences, whether in a corporate setting or a more informal, social environment. It is a career that blends creativity with coordination and offers opportunities to develop strong people and organisational skills while making a tangible impact.