Events Coordinator/Administrator

At Price Bailey, we provide exciting opportunities for training, personal growth and career engagement. We believe in fostering happiness and fulfilment in your work, whilst supporting and inspiring you to grow. We understand that your life extends beyond the workplace, which is why our Smart Working culture promotes flexibility, allowing you to choose when and where you work, whilst still providing excellent client care.

A well-established firm of chartered accountants and business advisors, we offer a wide range of services, including auditing, accounting, tax and corporate finance. We proudly serve a diverse client base across the UK and internationally, with a strong focus on entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses that share our passion for innovation.

What do the team do?

You will support the PA to MD by delivering on events management for the firm and professional administration tasks for activities associated with our Managing Director. Whilst your primary focus will be to organise events, you will also provide a first class service to the MD and other senior partners to help with the smooth running of their day-to-day affairs.

You will be organising events around the UK and internationally, so the ability to travel to scope venues and support at events is a must. As part of this role you can expect to travel internationally a couple of times a year.

What will I be doing?

As an Events Coordinator/Administrator you will have ownership of the following tasks:

• Planning, coordinating and managing conferences and dinners from start to finish.
• Sourcing and selecting suitable venues that align with event requirements and budget.
• Reviewing and negotiating contracts with suppliers, ensuring the best possible terms and conditions.
• Attending events personally to oversee all aspects and ensure a smooth running on the day.
• Drafting and sending routine correspondence internally and externally.
• Managing diaries and arranging travel as required.

What experience do I need?

Whilst having the following experience is advantageous, we value passion and potential. If you meet the minimum criteria listed below and are eager to develop yourself, we would love to hear from you:

• Significant experience of organising multiple large events simaltaneously (minimum criteria)
• Previous administration experience in a professional office environment (minimum criteria)
• Experience of organising global events would be beneficial
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact at all levels
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
• Minimum of five GSCE's at A*-C grade, including Maths & English Language

What's on offer?

In addition to your salary, we also offer the following benefits:

• 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday)
• Contributory pension scheme
• 4x life assurance
• All employee share scheme
• Family friendly policies e.g. paid time off for dependants
• 2 days paid for volunteering
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including shopping discount