Event planner jobs in United Kingdom

Address: Town Hall, Bidborough Street, London WC1H 9AU Job Role: Senior Event Planner Reporting to: Operations Director Position Overview We are seeking a highly organised and creative Senior Event Planner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering exceptional events across our venue spaces. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organisational and communication skills, a passion for hospitality and events, and the ability to create memorable client and guest experiences. The Senior Event Planner is a key member of the operations team and integral to the planning and delivery of successful events whilst maintaining a high standard of customer service and compliance throughout. Key Responsibilities • Support clients in the planning, coordination, and delivery of events from initial enquiry through to post-event evaluation., • Work closely with the sales team to ensure efficient and detailed client handover meetings takes place in a timely mannerLiaise with clients and the sales team to understand the clients objectives, requirements, budget, and support in translating these into detailed event proposals., • Produce event schedules, function sheets, floor plans, and logistical documentation to ensure smooth execution., • As part of the operational team, work closely with sales, catering, and technical teams to ensure all elements of the event are delivered to the highest standard., • Offer general guidance and assistance to all team members on all matters arising, • Manage suppliers and contractors, including negotiating terms and overseeing their on-site work., • Management of booking event staffing based on event requirements with preferred venue suppliers i.e. security, cleaning, porters, • Conduct site visits and client meetings to review progress, confirm details, and build strong relationships., • Provide on-site event management and act as the key client contact throughout the planning phase and event delivery., • Ensure all health and safety, licensing, and compliance requirements are met., • Monitor budgets, track expenditure, and deliver events within agreed financial parameters., • Gather client feedback and prepare post-event reports to support continuous improvement., • Keep up-to-date with industry trends, competitor activity, and new event formats., • Ensure a continued and confident presence at internal communication meetings including;, • Weekly function sheet meetings, • Weekly sales workshop meetings, • Weekly internal operations meetings Qualifications & Skills • Proven experience in event planning, coordination, or management within the events, hospitality, or venue industry – minimum 5 years., • Strong operational management skills and knowledge., • Knowledge of facilities management., • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously, • Ability to confidently and proactively problem solve with a solution driven mindset., • Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills., • High attention to detail and a creative approach to problem solving., • Proficiency in event management tools, CRM systems (HubSpot), Gmail, and Microsoft Office Suite., • Strong customer service mindset and passion for delivering memorable experiences., • Ability to remain calm under pressure and work effectively as part of a team. What We Offer • Competitive Salary & Benefits: Including performance-related bonuses., • A Dynamic Work Environment: Be part of the team delivering events in one of London’s most exciting multi-use venues., • Career Growth: Opportunities to lead high-profile events and work with some of the industry’s leading brands and clients.

WHO WE ARE Avolta is the world’s leading travel experience player. With a traveller-centric philosophy and a geographically diverse network, the travel retail and F&B company addresses the needs of up to 2.3 billion passengers each year, with 5,500 outlets in more than 75 countries across six continents. Guided by their Destination 2027 strategy and boosted by their recent combination with travel F&B giant Autogrill, the company is well positioned to realise their ambition to create a Travel Experience Revolution through their many locations at airports, motorways, cruise lines, seaports and railway stations amongst others. Avolta is committed to and focused on four key areas, where we want to have a positive impact: customer experience; employee wellbeing and advancement; protecting the environment. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Join our Team as a Category Assistant Planner and help drive the commercial performance of our department! You’ll support the Category Manager by analysing sales promotions, and profitability to optimise trading opportunities. You’ll manage end to end process, ensuring accurate assortment plans, inventory data and promotional strategies. This role involves collaborating with internal and external partners to deliver key KPIs while also managing local UK category requirements and building relationships with global category managers. If you’re detail orientated, analytical and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting & Analysis • Performance Insights: Provide category and product performance analysis, identifying trends and supporting data-driven decisions., • Data Accuracy: Maintain accurate data for insightful reporting and trend analysis., • Trend Spotting: Analyse data to uncover commercial trends, presenting actionable insights and opportunities., • Promotions & Space: Track and evaluate promotional event performance and space utilisation., • Weekly Trade: Deliver Monday trade analysis to inform trading decisions. SKU, Pricing & Promotions • SKU Management: Set up and maintain SKUs, communicating updates to relevant teams., • Lifecycle Management: Oversee product lifecycle from launch to discontinuation., • Process Efficiency: Drive process improvements for streamlined SKU, price, and promotional management., • Vendor Setup: Onboard new vendors with portal setup and support. Systems Optimisation • System Expertise: Develop knowledge in SAP, BI Reporting, and other tools to optimise category management., • Quarterly Updates: Coordinate quarterly product and price changes with cross-functional teams., • Provide direct project management assistance on smaller-scale projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and overall project goals. Collaboration and Coordination • Cross-Department Coordination: Collaborate with Marketing, Store, Supply Chain, and other teams to ensure smooth execution of product ranges and promotions., • Vendor and Store Support: Work closely with vendors and stores to ensure stock availability, smooth implementation and performance tracking. Strategic Projects • Project Support: Assist with planning and execution of strategic projects, including store openings and process enhancements. YOUR PROFILE: • Proven experience in Category Planning or similar role in a fast-paced environment., • Strong analytical skills with a meticulous, data-driven approach., • High accuracy and attention to detail, with a “right-first-time” mindset., • Proficient in MS Excel, Outlook, and various systems (SAP, BW Analysis, Service Now)., • Friendly, approachable, and a clear communicator (written & verbal)., • Excellent organizational skills, able to manage multiple projects effectively., • Adaptable, deadline-oriented multitasker who thrives in a team and independently., • Eager to learn and expand skills. Embrace this opportunity to lead and innovate within our team. If you’re ready for a new challenge and meet the requirements, join us and make a difference! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, we welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experience and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.

Meetings and Events Planning Manager Opening! - Park Plaza Riverbank Park Plaza London Riverbank Hotel is a leading Meetings and Events Hotel (24 Meeting & Conference rooms) in Central London, Standing majestically on the South Bank of the River Thames and overlooking Westminster, Park Plaza London Riverbank is the best residential conference hotel in London for up to 660 delegates, and offers everything a meeting planner could need under one roof, with an experienced events team to support at every stage from initial enquiry to a successful event execution. That is why your contribution as our Meetings and Events Planning Manager is so important. As our Meetings & Events Planning Manager, you will receive: • Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits, • Heavily discounted hotel rates in Europe (extends to the Radisson Hotel Group and family & friends), • F&B discounts at our restaurants and bars (for your whole party), • Two wellness days per year, meaning all team members start with 30 days of holiday per year (pro-rata) – these increase with service!, • Two meals per day, every day (including days off if you wish to come in!), • Access to 40% of your pay before payday through Wagestream, • Recommend a friend scheme – up to £750, • Vitality at work scheme with great gym discounts & more, • Ride to Work scheme & free cycling lessons, • Benefit Hub – Discounted prices at hundreds of stores, supermarkets, major retailers, attractions, restaurants, and cinemas., • Free dry cleaning for work uniform, • Annual Staff parties and events, • Company pension plan & award-winning training We are looking for our Meetings & Events Planning Manager, who: • Meticulously coordinates and plan the larger hotel events, • Injects fresh new ideas to drive service standards and encourage repeat business, • Engages with Senior Stakeholders daily, • Pro-actively drives incremental spending on events, • Communicate all event details to the hotel operational teams through the BEO in a timely and effective manner, • Establishes and nurtures positive relationships with clients to encourage repeat business, • Demonstrates your passion for events and excellent hospitality, • Shares our values: Trust, Respect, Teamwork, Enthusiasm, Commitment, Care, • Has previous experience working as a Meetings & Events Planning Executive / Meetings & Events Planning Manager in a hotel environment Renowned for creating memorable moments, Park Plaza caters to both leisure and business travellers with stylish guest rooms and versatile meeting facilities which are perfectly complemented by award-winning restaurants and bars. Park Plaza. Be part of it.

Site Agent Galldris Group Location: Radlett Project, Hertfordshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Site Agent to join our London Region on our Radlett Project. To be considered, you will come from a Civil Engineering background with previous experience in Civils project delivery, in both pre-construction and construction stages. Strong experience in Civil Infrastructure work, RC structures and highways works. Working in high profile, Tier 1 environment with attention to health, safety, environment and quality. Able to work under own initiative. Can-do attitude. Good communicator. Assertive Team Leader. Able to work under pressure. Ability to build collaborative relationships. The Site Agent will be responsible for managing a team, including responsibility for health, safety, environment and quality in accordance with Galldris Management system and contract requirements. Key Accountabilities to include but not limited to: Health, Safety and Environment • Strong, visible, proactive leadership with regards to health, safety, environment and quality standards, • Contribute to the achievement of Galldris safety targets and zero tolerance of unsafe working practices and occurrences, • To establish and implement site systems and controls consistent with Galldris company standards and project requirements, • To ensure the production and communication of risk assessment and methods statements to the site supervision, • Support and endorse Galldris Behavioural Safety programme and the use of hazard and good practice observation reporting (or Customer led initiatives similar to above where required), • Contributing to the value engineering and buildability of the project. Agreement of programmes and methods of construction with Planner and other appropriate production personnel, • Ensuring that resource requirements, production outputs, overhead targets etc, are established, monitored and controlled, • Carry out constructive analysis of fully resourced programme and ensure production of operational target programmes to reflect the overall contract programme, • Leadership and management of a team, • Organisation of resources for the overall control and execution of the works including the selection of sub-contractors to carry out the works where necessary, • To secure materials and plant necessary to meet specifications and planned programme of work. Manage wastage and allowances of materials, • Ensure that RAMS, ITPs, MARs are signed off before any work commences. Ensure all testing regimes are in place and work inspection requests and check sheets are implemented and adhered to, • Manage all permitting and approvals, • Produce the temporary works requirements as the TWC or support with the management of the temporary works designs and safe implementation, • Considerable experience in Civil Engineering and Highways works, with strong technical knowledge., • Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of CDM Regulations, • Good knowledge of specifications and testing regime relevant to general civil engineering / specification for highway works, • Ability to produce RAMS, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work. Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Environmental systems, • Degree/HNC/HND in civil engineering or similar, • Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or equivalent desirable, • IOSH Managing Safely, • SMSTS and CSCS Card Should you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role then we would love to hear from you. Employee referral scheme - refer a friend or family member to work for Galldris. We look forward to hearing from you. Galldris is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate against any protected characteristic. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We are not using Recruitment Agencies for this role. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable.

A leading global pharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced Event Planner to join their Medical Affairs Meeting and Events team. This role involves end-to-end planning and management of HCP events, ensuring adherence to compliance standards and effective coordination with multiple stakeholders

ISR Recruitment are partnering with a leading global pharmaceutical company to appoint an experienced Event Planner within their Medical Affairs Meeting and Events team. Plan and manage Medical Affairs and HCP events from end-to-end. Coordinate payments, budgets and post-event reporting.

Event Planner role at TieTalent. Work closely with worldwide Reactor PM and leadership teams to implement consistent events, programs, and presence which emanates a welcoming, hip environment where developers and startups want to be. Design, plan, and manage Reactor Stockholm strategic event plannin