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This position offers an excellent entry point into event management at Kew, providing valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. The role involves managing a portfolio of smaller-scale events, offering the chance to directly engage with clients from the initial enquiry through to the event day. You’ll conduct venue site visits with both clients and suppliers, carefully planning all event details in advance to ensure smooth execution. On the day of the event, you’ll proactively oversee logistics, ensuring every aspect runs seamlessly and to a high standard. Customer service excellence is a core part of this role, as you will build strong relationships with clients and external suppliers, maintaining the highest standards in both planning and delivery. This role allows you to develop a comprehensive understanding of event logistics and client management, making it an ideal foundation for a future in event coordination at Kew.
Job Responsibility:
Supporting the operational delivery of private and corporate events at Kew Gardens
Managing a portfolio of smaller-scale events
Engaging with clients from initial enquiry through to event day
Conducting venue site visits with clients and suppliers
Planning all event details in advance
Overseeing logistics on the day of the event
Building strong relationships with clients and external suppliers
Maintaining highest standards in planning and delivery
Requirements:
Previous experience in an event delivery environment
Eye for detail
Strong organisational skills
Exceptional communication
Keen interest in the events industry
Enthusiastic, proactive, and enjoys getting hands-on
Works collaboratively within a team
Flexibility to work weekends and evenings as needed
What we offer:
Opportunities for continuous learning
Generous annual leave entitlement
Flexible working
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership
Competitive pension
Employee discount scheme
Free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries