Cotality

Events Manager – Maternity Cover, 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Cotality

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Hampshire • United Kingdom

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About the role

  • Lead critical workstreams including venue relationships, catering, VIP dinner curation, exhibitor management, and guest speaker relations.
  • Full ownership of the project lifecycle for events where Cotality exhibits - from sponsorship booking and invoicing to onsite execution.
  • Collaborate with content and digital marketers to ensure event branding and handouts generate high-quality leads.
  • Occasional travel to our Fareham office for merchandise management and frequent travel to UK event venues for onsite support.
  • Maintain oversight of the event budget and monitor performance to ensure effectiveness.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of event management (B2B preferred) with a track record of delivering professional conferences.
  • Proven experience in complex logistics, large-scale catering, and coordinating VIP hospitality.
  • Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, particularly when managing international subject matter experts and VIP guests.
  • Strong organisational and project coordination skills with rigorous attention to detail - ensuring the "special details" are never missed.
  • A self-starter comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to prioritise multiple complex workstreams independently.
  • Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills, with a focus on problem-solving and a customer-service mindset.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as required to support onsite event execution.
Benefits
  • Generous paid leave, 8 bank holidays, plus dedicated days for wellbeing and volunteering.
  • Up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave, along with a baby bonus to help you get started.
  • Company-paid private medical cover, with mental health and wellness resources included.
  • Pension scheme with employer contributions.
  • £375 annual wellbeing allowance.
  • Recognition rewards, referral bonuses, exclusive discounts, and more!
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Soft Skills
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