Conferences and Events Operations Coordinator

Job title:

Conferences and Events Operations Coordinator

Company:

University of Leeds

Job description

This role will be based on the university campus with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.Are you customer focused and dedicated to providing excellent service? Do you have excellent organisational skills with the ability the put the customer first? Do you have a passion for the events industry?An opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic and growing Conference and Events team, at an exciting time for the service, with new venues and initiatives being launched over the next year. We offer a range of venues and event management products and pride ourselves on providing a world-class, friendly and professional service. You will be responsible for the organisation and delivery of conferences, events and hospitality to internal and external customers at the University of Leeds.To be successful in this role, you will have at least one year of event management experience, strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to take their next step in the events industry at a new venue delivering various types and sizes of events. You will have a flexible can-do attitude, exceptional organisational skills, and a customer-centric approach to work, and thrive working as part of a team.During busy event periods, you will be required to provide support during weekends, early morning and evenings; 5 over 7 days. Otherwise, the working pattern is typical office hours and is based on-site at the University Campus.Secondments are welcome from University of Leeds employeesPlease note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role is not suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants. Information on other visa options is available at:What we offer in return:

• 26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

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Expected salary

Location

Leeds

Job date

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:45:46 GMT

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