Events Specialist

Are you ready to chart your own career path? With our refreshed strategy, we're building on our rich heritage and transforming our business to be more scalable and efficient, unlocking the capabilities needed for future success. This includes significantly investing in technology, streamlining the way we work and creating an environment where colleagues feel engaged, empowered and accountable; where they can show up, speak up and perform - because we believe in the difference our work makes.

At a glance

Location: Cirencester Office

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Employment Type: 12 month Fixed-Term Contract

Seniority: Associate

About the Role

We are looking for an organised and proactive Event Specialist to join our Events team and play a key role in delivering a diverse programme of high-quality events across the business. Reporting to the Event Manager, you will support and, in some cases, take full ownership of planning and delivering in-person and virtual events for employees, partners, private clients and adviser recruitment audiences. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced events professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing multiple projects while delivering exceptional attendee experiences.

What You'll Be Doing

• Plan, coordinate and deliver a range of in-person and virtual events, ensuring they are executed to a high standard, on time and within budget.
• Manage event logistics including venue selection, accommodation, supplier coordination, event production and attendee experience.
• Build positive relationships with internal stakeholders, content teams and external suppliers to develop engaging and impactful events.
• Monitor and manage event budgets, track costs, provide reporting and ensure effective financial control throughout the event lifecycle.
• Provide on-site event management, oversee temporary event staff where required, and respond proactively to challenges to ensure successful event delivery.

About You

You are an experienced event professional with a passion for creating engaging and memorable experiences. You have strong project management skills, are confident working with a wide range of stakeholders and suppliers and can balance multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Adaptable and solutions-focused, you thrive under pressure and are comfortable taking ownership of events from planning through to delivery and evaluation.

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience managing and delivering in-person and/or virtual events from concept through to completion.
• Strong project planning, organisational and budget management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams and external suppliers.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve effectively and respond with agility to changing priorities and event requirements.
• Excellent Microsoft Office capability, especially Excel

What's in it for you?

Whatever stage of life you're in, our benefits are designed to provide the support, flexibility, and peace of mind you need to thrive both at work and beyond.

In addition to our discretionary annual bonus scheme, which reflects both individual and company performance, you'll benefit from a market-leading benefits package tailored to support your wellbeing, financial security, and family life.

Our benefits include

• 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days.

• Private Medical Insurance - company-funded cover for you and your immediate family
• Generous Pension Scheme - a non-contributory employer contribution of 10%, increasing with length of service up to 15%, plus the opportunity to increase this through salary sacrifice
• Enhanced Parental Leave - up to 26 weeks' full pay to support growing families.
• Protection Benefits - company-funded critical illness cover, income protection, and life assurance
• EV salary sacrifice scheme through Tusker

Reasonable Adjustments
We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at careers@sjp.co.uk
Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.

What's next?

If you're excited about this role and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit an application by clicking 'apply' below and our team will be in touch.
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