Assistant Event Manager

Salary: £16.03 per hour

Working Hours: 36 hours per week

Position Type: Temporary until October 2025

Job Summary:

We're really excited to be supporting our client in Duxford with a fantastic temporary opportunity as an Assistant Event Manager!

Responsibilities include: commissioning and managing ground content, ensuring excellent visitor experience, and coordinating with various departments and contractors.

Key Duties:

• Work independently and across teams to deliver priorities.
• Deliver excellent customer service and adhere to corporate standards.
• Recognise and improve areas needing enhancement.
• Supervise and motivate staff, partners, and volunteers.
• Comply with corporate systems and undertake necessary training.

Ground Content:

• Lead commissioning and coordination of ground content.
• Source and select traders, negotiate fees, and confirm attendance.
• Create commentary and work with publishing team for air show programs.
• Ensure quality in hospitality tents and coordinate marketing efforts.
• Drive secondary spend through visitor flow and ensure high-quality visitor experience.

Logistics:

• Coordinate operational delivery of air shows.
• Manage contractors and ensure compliance.
• Produce monthly reports and support financial management.
• Provide logistical support and advice for events.

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Our team of Specialist Consultants have the skills, experience and passion to deliver a professional, personal and quality service. Our mission is to build long-term relationships and help clients and candidates find the perfect match.