
Event Co-ordinator, 12 Months FTC
Pension Insurance Corporation plc
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: London • United Kingdom
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About the role
- The Event Co-Ordinator will play a vital role in supporting the planning, organising, and delivering high-quality events that achieve organisational objectives while creating memorable experiences for attendees.
- Reporting directly to the Head of Brand and Marketing, this role will support the successful delivery of PIC’s diverse suite of events, including: New business events such as private dinners, conferences, drinks receptions, seminars, and Golf Days.
- Policyholder Days and lunches to strengthen client relationships.
- Thought leadership events showcasing expertise and innovation.
- Internal events including the AGM, All-Staff Christmas Party, and other ad hoc events as required.
- Work with the Events Team to define event objectives and develop innovative concepts aligned with organisational goals.
- Build comprehensive project plans, budgets, and timelines.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement contingency strategies.
- Support with the sourcing of venues, suppliers, and vendors.
- Oversee catering, entertainment, technology, and equipment requirements.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal standards.
- Act as the primary liaison for clients, sponsors, and partners.
- Support with contract negotiation and maintain strong vendor relationships.
- Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, sales, HR, investments) to maximize event impact.
- Compile the mailing list with stakeholders.
- Mark and document acceptances.
- Send RSVP reports to stakeholders.
- Write staff and client info packs.
- Manage event comms (invitation, final details etc).
- Support with on-site setup, execution, and breakdown.
- Support with the management of staff, volunteers, and contractors during events.
- Resolve issues quickly to maintain smooth operations.
- Gather attendee feedback and analyse event performance.
- Prepare post-event reports with insights and recommendations.
- Continuously improve processes for future events.
Requirements
- Knowledge of the full process from concept development, planning, and promotion through to delivery and post-event evaluation.
- Ability to manage event budgets, track costs, and deliver value while maintaining quality
- Awareness of health and safety requirements, insurance, contracts, and contingency planning.
- Knowledge of event promotion, branding, and attendee engagement strategies (including digital tools and social media).
- Ability to collect feedback, analyse KPIs, and report on event success to inform future improvements.
- Experience of supporting the delivery of small to large scale events across corporate, client-facing, internal, and celebratory events (e.g., conferences, seminars, private dinners, policyholder days, AGMs, staff parties).
- Experience working in Financial Services or a corporate or consulting environment is preferred.
- Familiarity with sourcing, negotiating, and managing venues, catering, AV/production, and other suppliers.
- Recognised qualification in events management (desirable).
- Experience of using an event management system (desirable).
- Travelling within the UK is required including overnight stay for around 10 events per annum.
- Very strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities with precision.
- Strong communication skills - excellent verbal and written skills to liaise confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to persuade and influence both directly and indirectly.
- Ability to manage stakeholders and other resources effectively - skilled at developing positive partnerships with clients, sponsors, vendors, and colleagues.
- Good working knowledge of MS Access, MS PowerPoint, MS Word.
Benefits
- Private medical insurance
- 28 days' annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
- A generous pension scheme
- Annual performance-related bonus plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
event planningevent promotionbudget managementrisk assessmentKPI analysiscontract negotiationvenue sourcingattendee engagement strategiespost-event evaluationprocess improvement
Soft Skills
organizational skillscommunication skillsstakeholder managementproblem-solvingpersuasioninfluencecollaborationrelationship buildingtime managementattention to detail
Certifications
qualification in events management