Senior Project Executive - Event Agency
Our client, an internationally recognised events agency, known for its award-winning projects, is looking for a Senior Project Executive to join their growing team. This role will support the Project Managers and Senior Project Managers ensuring the successful delivery of a wide variety of complex live, virtual, and hybrid events. Reporting into a Senior Project Manager the role involves processing new enquires, providing onsite support and developing product & venue knowledge across UK and international markets. You will also be required to build relationships with both clients and suppliers.
As a priority you will:
- Plan, organise, and manage time effectively to complete proposals for specific events and projects within agreed deadlines
- Provide operational support, including conducting inspections and onsite management as required
- Support the planning and delivery of events and projects in the UK and overseas
- Maintain and develop excellent working relationships with key partners including clients, suppliers and partner companies
- Support venue sourcing and liaison as required, including offsite venue and entertainment selection, theming and design.
- Responsible for assisting and developing event budgets and assisting with invoicing clients, maintaining cash flow
- Conduct post-event evaluations to assess success and areas for improvement
- Support with the preparation of event documentation, including Health & Safety checks, risk assessments
To be successful, you will need:
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Proven experience (1 -3 years) in a fast-paced agency or similar environment.
- Experience with corporate events, such as conferences, exhibitions, or corporate events, gala dinners and incentive trips
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office Packages, particularly Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent relationship building, presentation and interpersonal skills
- A creative approach with the ability to support the conception and delivery of solutions across a wide range of industries and audiences
- Right to work in the UK.
This role offers a 2/3 hybrid pattern and flexible working for a healthier work life balance.
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