Job Description

Job post summary

Pay:

28-30,000 per year (FTE)

Job Types:

Permanent, Part-time (24 hours/week)

:

World Textile Information Network (WTiN) is a UK-based B2B information business, delivering unmatched insight and analysis into the innovative processes and materials shaping the global textile & apparel manufacturing industry. WTiN products include WTiN.com, events (virtual and in-person), consultancy and market research, digital marketing solutions and publications.

Job title:

Events Coordinator

Main duties and responsibilities

Programme management

Produce standard procedures and checklists for the management and delivery of events as required Provide any assistance required to develop a programme, source speakers, etc
Event management - marketing

Liaise with designers to create collateral for events Integrate and maintain the corporate brand throughout events where appropriate Manage communication lines with clients using a broad range of relevant communication mediums and maximising use of social media where relevant Help to develop event marketing plans (social media, mailers etc)
Event logistics (virtual)

Recruit speakers and panellists for virtual and in-person events Liaise with sponsors to ensure their requirements are met Run technical tests and virtual 'green-room' during virtual events Liaise with speakers to ensure they are prepared for events and provide them with any event or marketing collateral required Manage event websites (in-person and virtual)
Event logistics (in-person)

Secure a suitable venue for the event Secure quotations for room set up, and audio and visual requirements Arrange for catering and refreshments at the event Make arrangements with speakers, and guests for their travel, accommodation, remuneration, biographies and presentations, etc In association with the marketing team, arrange the printing of the event programme, tickets, badges, general signage and other materials
Monitor reports regularly and share with your manager:

Progress against the monthly plan Recommend action plans to address any shortfalls
Knowledge and skills

Graduate degree in events management or similar 3-5 years' experience in events sector is desirable Knowledge of budgetary control and negotiation Good communication skills for liaising with customers, speakers, sponsors and team members Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Ability to prioritise and deliver to deadlines Able to work effectively as part of a team and autonomously at times Desire to learn about the textile & apparel industry Experience with MailerLite or similar software desirable
Experience:

Event Management: 3 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Experience:

Events management: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds LS2 7AU