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Events Administrator

Reed
Posted 25 days ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Colchester, Essex CO6 3JQ, England

Salary

£22,857 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Events Administrator position in Colchester offers an annual salary of £22,857 and requires a minimum of one year of experience in general administration within a busy office environment.
  • This full-time, permanent role involves assisting in the management and delivery of various events, both in-person and online, across Europe.
  • Key responsibilities include handling event queries, coordinating schedules, and managing event documentation and logistics.
  • Candidates should possess strong communication skills, exceptional customer service abilities, and proficiency in administrative tasks, with event management certification being a plus.
  • The position also provides benefits such as 25 days of holiday, free onsite parking, and opportunities for professional development.
  • Annual Salary: £22,857
  • Location: Colchester
  • Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
  • Hours: 36 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
  • Accountable to: Events Manager

Reed Business Support in Colchester are recruiting an Events Administrator for our growing client.  This role involves assisting in the management and delivery of a diverse portfolio of events, conferences, workshops, seminars, and training courses across Europe, both in-person and online. If you are enthusiastic about organising events and providing excellent customer service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

  • Handle event queries via email and manage the delivery of events
  • Assist in organising social programmes and coordinating panel schedules.
  • Create content and support relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
  • Assist with on-site event setup and management, and configure the event website.
  • Ensure that enquiries related to events are handled efficiently, providing relevant information and support.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive event documentation, plans, and reports.
  • Monitor event progress, addressing any disruptions or delays proactively.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding travel and accommodation requirements.
  • Support the creation and maintenance of high standards of presentation of event spaces.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Good general education, typically to GCSE equivalent or higher.
  • Experience in general administration within a busy office environment.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Proficiency in computer skills and administrative tasks.
  • Flexible approach to working hours and arrangements.
  • Experience in delivering virtual and/or hybrid events is desirable.
  • Event management certification is a plus.

Benefits:

  • 25 days holidays + bank holidays
  • Free onsite parking
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Engaging and dynamic work environment.
  • Supportive team and management.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.