Events Manager

Description:

Summary
CeFPro – the Centre for Financial Professionals – is recruiting for an Events Manager (Coordinator and Administrator) for its diverse portfolio of events in the UK, continental Europe and north America, plus media activities. Working with the Logisitics Director, you will assist in the organisation of a range of events and media activites.
You will need to hit the ground running in this diverse job, with multi-tasking and project management both critical elements, having excellent customer service and an eye for detail. This is an ideal entry or second position role for someone who wants to work in events and media, while gaining widespread and diverse range of experience and knowledge.
Working as part of a busy team with a wide remit, the successful role holder will:
* Undertake administration for events to ensure efficient and effective delivery of all event support services around the world
* Support end-to-end administration and logistics, including venue selection, budget management, vendor coordination, and contract negotiations
* Undertake critical commercial and operational tasks, such as invoicing, delegate confirmation and instructions, sponsor requirements, venue and other third parties
* Prepare professional communication materials for internal and external customers; for example, event schedules, programmes and status reports as per the agreed framework for each event.
To be successful in this role you must have:
* A strong desire working in an events / relevant administration role (experience is a definite bonus)
* Excellent organisation and planning skills
* Good written communication skills
* A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Good IT skills particularly MS Office packages
* Must be a determined self-reliant professional though also a team player, to effectively coordinate and execute events and other activities
Skills & Qualifications:
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Excellent organizational skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* Must be able work in a fast-paced environment
* Work well as a team
* Determination and ‘can do’ attitude
The Company
The Centre for Financial Professionals (CeFPro) is an international media, market intelligence and conference organiser, producing thought-leadership driven b2b commercial events for financial and risk professionals. In addition, CeFPro also has a rapidly growing publishing business, with a fast-growing membership hub, weekly eNewsletters, dedicated Insights and members hub and a Magazine, as well as industry surveys and reports.
A very attractive opportunity has arisen as a Sponsorship Sales Manager to join our team. You will have the opportunity to sell across the company’s offerings. Hosting an impressive portfolio of events, both in UK/Europe and North America, and featuring established and new launch events, and a growing publishing arm, the Sponsorship Sales Manager role is an exciting opportunity for a professional to continue their career