At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate large-scale events and manage logistics for a dynamic professional development team.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation in West London with a flexible working culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days annual leave, flexible hours, and the option to work remotely.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be at the heart of exciting events and make a real impact in professional development.
- Qualifications: Project management skills and experience in event coordination are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About The Role
Reports to: Head of Professional Development
Location: West London (with flexible working available)
Contract: Permanent
Pattern: Full Time (standard hours 9am - 5.30pm)
We’re seeking an Events and Operations Coordinator who will thrive at the heart of effective operational and event support within the professional development team. You will play a key role in coordinating large-scale events, managing logistics and administration, and building strong relationships with schools, partners, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Being the first point of contact for our events and training programmes attendees and providing an excellent and seamless participant experience
- Managing the registration and communication process for events, and ensuring accurate attendance records
- Liaising with external vendors and training providers by forming great working relationships with our partners
- Tracking engagement metrics for events (attendance at events, feedback, etc.) and producing reports for senior stakeholders
- Project managing the creation of event agendas/schedules and making sure any potential clashes are considered
Knowledge & Skills
- Excellent project management skills with attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects/stakeholders
- Excellent IT skills, with specific skill in using Microsoft Office applications (especially proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint)
- Strong experience of planning complex event schedules and calendar management
- Strong experience of project and/or in-person and virtual events management
- Experience working with external suppliers, venue staff, AV teams, and catering vendors
- Experience running registration systems, attendance tracking, and evaluation processes
Qualification Criteria
- Degree or equivalent professional experience
- Project or event management training/qualification (desirable)
- Right to work in the U.K.
Benefits
Our flexible working model offers the best of both worlds, balancing in-person collaboration, either in our state-of-the-art West London office or through visits to our schools, with the flexibility of remote working. In addition to flexible working arrangements, employees can request to work fully remotely for up to 10 working days a year, whether this be in the UK or abroad. Our flexitime policy allows you to work your hours around our core hours of 10.00 - 16.00, helping you prioritise your work-life balance and personal commitments. 27 days annual leave plus
Events and Operations Coordinator in London employer: ARK
As an Events and Operations Coordinator in our dynamic West London office, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and opportunities to engage with diverse stakeholders, we empower our team to thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact through our events and training programmes.
