Event Executive

We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.

We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.

We’re now looking for an Event Executive to join our Beauty Portfolio team. In this role, you will be involved in both event operation and sales support. 

Key responsibilities for this role:

• Compile and update database of lists for Exhibitor Promotion.
• Support sales team to carry on exhibitor promotion activities and materials including organizing side events, roadshows, etc.
• Work with internal stakeholders and customers to ensure event reports are generated on a timely manner
• Work with Manager to liaise with suppliers to make sure all works are done. Raise ticket for payment and follow up payment schedule to suppliers.
• Support development of the Event’s strategy and direction through idea generation to enrich the value proposition
• Manage special events/campaigns, ensuring a high-quality level of delivery in support of the Event’s strategy and improve overall customer experience
• Continuously develop industry knowledge through internal and external relationships
• Build Event loyalty with customers in understanding both specific and wider market needs, feeding trends/ issues back into the Event Manager as input to Event strategy
• Liaise with Sales, Marketing and Operations teams to ensure all elements of the Event are in alignment to set up for success
• Negotiate with venues and suppliers for Event specific requirements
• Support Event Manager in overseeing brand strategy, escalating any strategic decisions required
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned towards successful Event delivery

To be successful in this role you will need to have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Event Management discipline or equivalent years of practical relevant experience
• Min 1 years of experience in leading/ executing event management
• Ability to collaborate with multiple internal stakeholders and other functions to ensure successful implementation of event
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with follow-through skills and strong presentation skills
• Creative mindset towards designing and desire to develop skills and knowledge
• Possess a knack for multi-tasking and take pride in flawless work
• Dynamic team player

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com.

Our benefits include:

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive and most of us balance time in the office with time working remotely
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks 
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: annual leave plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year 
• A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical cover
• A ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, access to health apps and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes 
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.