Event Coordinator
Event Coordinator
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FIRST is a leading global brand experience agency serving clients in various industries including financial services technology new & traditional media aerospace healthcare and professional services. FIRST has received numerous accolades including being listed among the 2025 Most Innovative Marketing Agencies of the Year by Chief Marketer named Top Agency of the Year 2024 by Event Marketer highlighted as a Global Agency of the Year over 100 Employees by C&IT and listed among the 200 Top Marketing Agencies in& 2022 by Chief Marketer.
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What You Would Get To Do
As an Event Coordinator you will be instrumental in the seamless planning and execution of Small to Mid-Scale Events for our clients. You will take a proactive role in understanding client objectives developing comprehensive event plans and serving as the primary on-site point of contact to ensure successful delivery. Collaborating closely with the wider FIRST team and various internal and external partners you will contribute to creating exceptional event experiences and fostering strong client relationships within a well-known tech company.
Your Contributions
- Serve as the main point of contact for assigned small to mid-scale events working directly with event hosts to define their objectives requirements and logistical needs.
- Contributing to the event service delivery team by supporting the senior Event Managers throughout the planning and execution process.
- Consult and advise on detailed event plans including timelines budget vendor recommendations and logistical arrangements ensuring alignment with client goals.
- Coordinate all logistical aspects of assigned events including catering audio-visual requirements security arrangements and the management of event materials (swag/collateral).
- Provide consultative planning support to Event Hosts offering creative solutions and recommendations to enhance the event experience within budgetary constraints.
- Be the primary on-site coordinator for assigned events overseeing setup managing vendor activities assisting with badging troubleshooting issues and ensuring all operational and logistical needs are met.
- Conduct thorough discovery meetings with Event Hosts to fully understand their event objectives target audience and desired outcomes.
- Review event budgets and proactively offer suggestions to optimise spending and maximise the clients investment.
- Organise event logistics including dcor entertainment catering and all other necessary elements ensuring they align with the event plan and client preferences.
- Collaborate with the Production Coordinator to ensure the timely acquisition of client assets for AV production and branding purposes.
- Proactively identify opportunities for event enhancements that will contribute to achieving the desired event objectives.
- Review assigned meeting spaces to ensure appropriate allocation and communicate any space needs changes or cancellations to the relevant teams.
- Consistently monitor assigned event spaces and setup information to guarantee all event details are current and deadlines are being met.
- Create manage and distribute comprehensive event details project timelines and key deadlines to all relevant stakeholders and service lines utilising approved internal templates.
- Collaborate closely with all relevant departments to define and manage event requirements and deliverables.
- Coordinate load-in setup and strike schedules with facilities and relevant vendors (AV dcor catering security etc.) to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
- Be motivated to incorporate creative and innovative ideas into event planning and execution.
- Manage multiple Small to Mid-Scale events concurrently demonstrating strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
What We Are Looking For
- 1-3 years of progressive experience in event coordination or corporate meeting planning demonstrating a growing understanding of event logistics and planning processes.
- Solid experience in coordinating meetings and events for groups ranging from small to medium sizes (e.g. 20-150 people).
- Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and interact professionally with various levels of stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- A strong understanding of event objectives and the ability to align event plans with the overall vision and strategy of the Event Host and the event itself.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills with the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adhere to strict deadlines.
- Proactive and creative problem-solving skills with a resourceful and solution-oriented mindset.
- Adaptability and flexibility in responding to changing circumstances and evolving event demands.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to build strong working relationships.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring high-quality event execution.
- Proficiency in using event management software Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.
- A calm and professional approach when handling pressure and managing on-site situations.
- Must be fluent in English.
- Ability to work on-site a minimum of 5 days a week potentially across various building locations.
- This role will be assigned to a primary location but will require flexibility to support events across the campus as required.
- Flexibility of hours must be willing to work mornings evenings and potentially weekends as needed to support event schedules.
At FIRST we believe that our success is driven by the passion creativity and commitment of our teams. Thats why we offer a range of benefits and perks to support your personal and professional growth:
- Discretionary performance bonus (this will not be specifically outlined in the employment agreement though)
- Wellness stipend
- Maven
- EAP program
- Headspace
- Global Opportunities: With a presence in 7 countries worldwide including headquarters in London New York and Singapore you may have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different locations.
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FIRST is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. FIRST is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race color religion or belief national social or ethnic origin sex (including pregnancy) age physical mental or sensory disability sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression marital civil union or domestic partnership status past or present military service family medical history or genetic information family or parental status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We stand firm: FIRST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. If any candidate feels that they are unable to meet the requirements of the role please get in touch to discuss adjustments or other suitable roles.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Temp
