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Event Operations Executive

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CFO Insights

Jan 30, 2023

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

Requirements

  • You possess an unparalleled work ethic with a high sense of urgency. You have a relentless drive and desire to be the very best at what you do. You take ownership of everything you do, are proactive and follow through on commitments. Moreover, you’re humble and you share our passion for building and executing new businesses. Furthermore, we expect that you:
  • Have acquired a bachelor or master's degree with outstanding results
  • Willing to work in a role with outstanding performance within event planning or coordination, marketing, public relations or another relevant field  
  • Have an UK work permit
  • Have an exceptional eye for aesthetics and details
  • Are well-organised and able to structure and prioritise your work
  • Like to build and nurture relations
  • Possess great negotiation skills

Responsibilities

  • Your responsibilities will vary; however, some of them will be to:
  • Plan, structure and coordinate all conferences on a strategic level; decide on dates, choose venues and negotiate best price
  • Create the greatest conference experiences by innovating on creative new opportunities and ideas
  • Negotiate with vendors (catering, accommodation, transportation, facilities)
  • Plan conferences on an operational level e.g. floor planning, invitations, signage, special needs requirements, printing etc.
  • Manage conferences by ensuring everything runs smoothly on the days of our conferences enabling us to always surpass our former high attendee satisfaction

FAQs

What are the key responsibilities of an Event Operations Executive?

The key responsibilities of an Event Operations Executive include planning and executing events, coordinating logistics, managing vendors and suppliers, overseeing event set-up and breakdown, and ensuring smooth operations during the event.

What skills are required to be successful in this role?

To be successful as an Event Operations Executive, you should have strong organizational and time management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work well under pressure, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude.

What kind of events will be worked on in this role?

As an Event Operations Executive, you will work on a variety of events, including conferences, seminars, trade shows, corporate events, product launches, and private events.

Is previous experience in event planning required for this role?

Previous experience in event planning is preferred but not required. We are looking for candidates who are eager to learn and have a passion for creating exceptional events.

Will I be expected to work irregular hours as an Event Operations Executive?

Yes, as an Event Operations Executive, you may be required to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, to ensure the successful execution of events.

CFO Insights is the leading CFO forum in Northern Europe, helping current and future CFOs grow.

Finance
Industry
11-50
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

CFO Insights’ vision is to be the go-to CFO conference in Europe. We strive to provide a CFO conference with high-quality content and a unique opportunity to meet peers and inspiring leaders. The CFO role is undergoing a transformation where digitalization is making a huge impact on the finance function. We aim to put these new trends in focus through exciting panel discussions, cases, networking sessions, and other innovative formats. We believe our platform contribute to a stronger Finance community. CFO Insights was established by students from Copenhagen Business School, University of Copenhagen and Aalborg University to offer top executives in the Nordic region a day of professional development and networking opportunities the likes of which have never been seen before.