Event Assistant - Belfast, United Kingdom - Callow Events
Callow Events
Belfast, United Kingdom
Verified Company
3 weeks ago
Description
JOB TITLE:
Event Assistant
TERM:
Full-time
LOCATION:
Sinclair House Royal Ave, Belfast BT1 1EX
REPORTS TO:
Event Managers & Directors
SALARY:
£22K - £25K commensurate with experience
We are looking for two enthusiastic, passionate, and hard-working full-time Event Assistants to join the team at Callow Event Management, a bespoke events, experience and destination management company, based in Belfast and delivering innovation and excitement across the UK, Ireland and beyond.
JOB DESCRIPTION
As an integral member of Callow Events, the Event Assistant will work across the team supporting the experienced Event Executives, Managers & Directors in delivering a wide number and variety of projects.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support Event Managers, Executives & Directors as required with administrative tasks, including drafting/updating event documents, budgeting, travel coordination, meeting coordination, and general office support
- Research current event trends, new ideas, entertainment, and venues
- Maintain and update the supplier and client databases
- Contribute to the creation of exciting creative event concepts and gain onsite experience at various events
- Liaise with external suppliers and partners to ensure the seamless delivery of events
- Maintain positive relationships with clients and suppliers by monitoring and responding to client feedback and queries in a timely manner
- Continually update knowledge on events and services
- Be present onsite to ensure the effective execution of events. This involves handson involvement in various aspects such as setup, coordination, and troubleshooting to guarantee a seamless and successful event
- Organise and prioritise your workload effectively, using our project management software ASANA and demonstrate a proactive approach to meeting deadlines
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
- 3rd Level Qualification, preferably in Marketing or Event Management
- Experience in organizing events individually or as part of a team.
- Knowledge of key components in project management and event planning.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation; excellent oral and written communication skills
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
years' experience in a similar event or administrative role
- Full UK driving licence with access to a car during employment
- Proficient in the use of design software such as Canva or InDesign
BENEFITS
- Continuous guidance and support from the events team
- Fun and creative working environment
- Dynamic and everchanging workplace with each project differing from the next
- Opportunity to work with some of the UK's most prestigious brands, clients, and businesses.
- Great prospects for promotion and growth within the company
- Convenient City Centre car parking
- Financial Bonus Scheme
- Company pension
- Comprehensive Wellbeing programme and in biannual employee team building days
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£22,000.00-£25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Belfast: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
Event Management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Belfast
Application deadline: 27/10/2023
Reference ID:
CallowEvents