Exhibition & Events Manager

As we continue to expand, iDeal Displays has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated person to join our friendly team in Swindon. This role will report directly to the Managing Director and assist him in giving our clients the best solutions to meet their Exhibition Stand requirements.

The successful candidate should have good knowledge of the Exhibition Industry, together with marketing experience and skills to promote iDeal Displays on our social media platforms.

This is a full-time position, working hours will be 37.5 per week Monday – Friday 8.30am-5pm (including 1 hour lunch) with occasional overtime (as required). The salary is £39,000 per annum, plus a Company Pension.

Interested candidates should send an up-to-date CV, together with a covering letter, to Chris Brazil (Managing Director) at chris@ideal-displays.co.uk

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 11^th April 2025

Interviews to take place: w/c Tuesday 22^ND April 2025

Company Background

iDeal Displays is your local large format print specialist. We have over 30 years experience in producing award winning stands in the Exhibition Industry. Our dedication to excellence and exceptional customer service has established us as a trusted partner.

We also design, print, manufacture and install all forms of exterior & interior signage as well as design and produce in-house custom vehicle branding.

Job Summary

You will be responsible for liaising with our clients to support and advise them in establishing exactly what their requirements are for an event. You will subsequently create a Quote for approval and sign-off. You will be responsible for everything that is required for an event from design to completion.

The successful candidate will be responsible for marketing iDeal Displays to promote brand awareness, generate leads, and progress client engagement to further grow the Company.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan, coordinate and execute key events such as Exhibitions & Conferences
2. Manage all aspects of event logistics, including registration processes and client liaison
3. Develop pre-event and post-event communication with clients
4. Work with clients to ensure events meet objectives and accurately represent their brand
5. Liaise with our Designers to produce on-point visuals
6. Ensure compliance with all industry regulations and standards
7. Create and manage content for Social Media
8. Create digital marketing initiatives to encourage engagement, via social media, email marketing, and the creation of an on-line shopping opportunity to meet campaign objectives

Education

Essential

1. Educated to A Level or equivalent
2. A full valid UK driving licence

Desirable

1. Marketing Degree

Skills & Experience

Essential

1. Excellent organisational skills and project management experience
2. Good attention to detail with the ability to analyse client requirements, interpret the information provided, to create a competitive Quote within budget
3. Excellent communication skills and content creation skills for Social Media
4. A minimum of 2 years experience in Event Planning & Marketing
5. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
6. Excellent numeracy skills
7. Good organisational skills
8. Good verbal/written communication

The above job description outlines the principle duties of the job role. The successful candidate may be asked to perform other tasks, from time to time, in-line with their skills and experience.