Job Description

Job Title: Event Coordinator

Location: Based at our Nottingham HQ office near Beeston, with some travel to event sites across the UK
Timings: Interviews February 2026 - March/April start - 9 month contract with scope for extension for the right candidate.

ABOUT US

We are Gorilla Events, the UK's leading event hospitality and festival bar service provider. With over 20 years in the outdoor event market Gorilla have developed an impressive portfolio from fields to world renowned sporting stadiums. Further info at www.gorilla-events.co.uk

We are seeking two Event Coordinators to join our team during an exciting period of company growth. These roles will provide support to our internal team. You will get stuck into all aspects of event management, from creation to completion, conception to delivery and all that's in-between.

Gorilla pride ourselves on being a fantastic place to work and know that our people are at the heart of what we do. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain insight and experience in a fast-paced events environment, where no two days are the same!

DAY TO DAY

You will gain experience in a range areas including;

Preparing pre event documentation, forecasting budgets and stock Working alongside production teams to tweak event plans and create build schedules pre and during events Pre-event prep including drafting and collating health and safety and site planning documentation Assist the project managers with on site event ops such as liaising production crew, suppliers and live event delivery teams, oversee site running including bar and build operations

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

At least 12 months event or hospitality experience Motivated, well-organised, polite and presentable Friendly, approachable and outgoing with a positive attitude Ability to multi-task Respond to the pace of the business in terms of speed of work Must be flexible with schedule, able to work a variety of shifts as required, and be away for extended periods during peak summer months.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Driving licence with access to own vehicle A background in a hospitality working environment Physically fit and able to work long hours in an active role

SALARY & BENEFITS

27k - 31k per annum depending on experience Opportunity to earn paid overtime and time of in lieu - average 5 - 7% salary 31 days holiday (pro rata) Eligible for company bonus scheme - up to 10% salary
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 27,000.00-31,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

Please provide a short summary of why you are applying for this role. Please provide a summary of what skills, knowledge and experience you have relevant to the job description.
Experience:

Hospitality: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person