Events Manager - Ipswich area - Hybrid - £46,000 - Healthcare - Training & Development A building and construction client of ours in the Ipswich area are recruiting a Conference and Events Manager to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm and paying £37,000 - £46,000 per annum depending on experience. Hybrid working available after probation, minimum of 3 days in the office and up to 2 days from home. Working within the Marketing department and reporting to the Marketing Director, key duties include but are not limited to: Management of events: Manage full events cycle from initial creative concept and pre-planning stages through to on-site execution. Creation of event proposals. Work in conjunction with business stakeholders with the delivery of company event. Overseeing all event aspects, such as venue sourcing, seating, dining and accommodation. Managing and overseeing events on the day. Ability to plan and juggle delivery of multiple events and deliver to deadlines and within budget. Collate and ascertain annual budgetary requirements from stakeholders and ensure event adherence, making adjustments where necessary. Management of events budget. Authorising invoices in accordance with vendor requirements. Oversee event logistics. Ensuring all relevant colleagues attend and are fully briefed. Reporting on success of events by agreeing objectives and reporting against them. Tracking participation and collecting feedback.Other duties include: Devise structure, processes and procedures to manage all company events, including budgetary control. Devise processes and procedures to manage the company's event calendar and company event rollout. Compile list of preferred suppliers for approved hotels with negotiated costings and periodically review. Compile list of preferred events/entertainment management companies. Liaise with sales and marketing teams to promote events. Collaborate with all departments, including the Business Support Team, in relation to use of preferred suppliers. Conduct vendor/supplier sourcing, onboarding, monitoring performance, ensuring best value and building strong lasting relationships. Consider sustainability across all deliverables and activities. Skills and Experience required to be considered for this Conference and Events Manager position: Foundation degree, higher national diploma or a degree in events management, Level 4 Diploma in Event Management or a Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning. Minimum of 5 years' experience within a similar role. Project Management qualification (advantageous). Strong management and negotiation skills. High attention to detail. Ability to excel under pressure. Great Benefits to working for this company include: Bonus Life Assurance Income Protection Insurance (after 6months) Healthcare (after completion of probation) Pension Scheme 20 days annual leave increasing to 25 days after 1 year. Training and development Wellness programme If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Conference and Events Manager position, please apply with your CV and contact Katie at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat. officejobs