Accelerate is a membership association of UK accountancy firms that collaborate via meetings, events, training and an annual conference with particular focus on networking and building trusted relationships. We are looking for a highly motivated member services executive, ideally with some accountancy experience, to manage our face-to-face and online offering. Member Firm Support Function - Overview Develop strong professional relationships with internal stakeholders within our accountancy firms Build an understanding of the issues affecting members now and in the future Collate and set up online forums and meetings Support the executive director in planning and delivery of the Annual Conference Internal and external communications Event management Develop, under the supervision of the executive director, an annual programme of training and networking events Organise the annual flagship conference to include procuring speakers, conference space, accommodation, catering, transport and events collateral Liaise with speakers and trainers for online sessions on teams or zoom Internal Support Billing and recharging of in-person events Tracking marketing activity and lead generation Setting up meetings and travel arrangements E-mail and diary administration Person Specification Previous professional services or membership organisation experience highly desirable Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Meticulous attention to detail and highly organised Conferences and in-person events may require travel outside of normal working hours