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Events Executive

Job Type : Permanent, Full Time

Salary : £27000/annum Travel expenses paid

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We are hiring a full time Events Executive role for Devon based organisation that focuses on providing business support and networking events. this is a full time role that requires a very socially driven individual with experience in commercial events.
Key responsibilities
* Deliver the events strategy of the organisation
* Produce a programme of high-quality events that add value to our members and other attendees
* Organise, arrange and coordinate events, liaising with venues, suppliers and attendees
* Ensure events are delivered on budget, promoting commercial sponsorship and partnership opportunities where applicable
* Take on feedback to continuously improve the quality of events to meet the membership need
* Support the Membership team to increase member numbers
Skills and experience
Essential
* Well-organised, calm and able to deliver when under pressure and to deadlines
* Confident, well-presented, professional, polite and friendly with determination
* Effective communication (verbal and written) and numeracy skills
* Ability to engage with people from a range of backgrounds, including senior business, military and political figures
* Proven track record in delivering quality events, such as delivering seminars, showcasing events, formal dinners, networking events, debates and focus groups
* Ability to pay attention to detail and ensure all communications are of high quality
* Experience of commercialising events
* Good IT skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Zoom
* Commitment to a high standard of customer service
* Ability to work as part of a team and be self-motivated as well as self-sufficient
* Ability to regularly work outside of normal business hours
* Driving licence and use of own car (mileage expenses will be paid)
This is a full-time permanent post, subject to a six-month initial probationary period.
Hours: Full Time. Attending events outside of usual business hours will be a frequent requirement of the role. Access to your own transport is essential (expenses paid)