Event Coordinator (FTC, 6 months)

Event Coordinator (FTC, 6 months)

Temporary 40500 - 49500 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Coordinate and execute exciting events that showcase OpenAI products across EMEA.
  • Company: Join a leading tech company at the forefront of innovation.
  • Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, network with industry leaders, and develop your event management skills.
  • Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and creativity.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping memorable experiences for audiences and partners.
  • Qualifications: 2-5 years in events or marketing, with a knack for project management.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.

About the Role

You’ll be responsible for supporting the EMEA event manager with the planning and execution of external-facing events that drive awareness, partnerships, and adoption of OpenAI products (e.g. conferences, developer events, customer activations, launches).

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate delivery of external events (conferences, hosted dinners, field events, product launches)
  • Support end-to-end event execution from planning through post-event wrap
  • Manage run-of-show, timelines, and production schedules
  • Handle venue sourcing, contracts, catering, AV, fabrication, and staffing
  • Coordinate with agencies and production partners
  • Track budgets, POs, and invoices
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Manage registration, guest comms, and on-site check-in
  • Ensure a high-quality, premium experience aligned with brand
  • Support VIP / executive hosting where needed
  • Be on the ground to run logistics and troubleshoot issues in real time
  • Coordinate staff, speakers, and vendors during live events
  • Track event performance metrics (attendance, pipeline, engagement)
  • Support post-event reporting and insights

Requirements

  • 2–5+ years in events, field marketing, or experiential marketing
  • Experience with external / customer-facing events (not just internal)
  • Strong project management and attention to detail
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
  • Vendor and agency management experience
  • Ability to travel and support onsite execution

Why this role matters

This is a unique opportunity to shape how OpenAI’s audiences experience its brand across EMEA, ensuring every touchpoint reflects precision, warmth, and innovation.

Event Coordinator (FTC, 6 months) employer: GreenLight Workforce Solutions Inc

OpenAI is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration across diverse teams. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to unique opportunities for professional development while working in the vibrant EMEA region, where your contributions will directly impact the understanding and trust of innovative products like ChatGPT.

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Contact Details:

GreenLight Workforce Solutions Inc Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Event Coordinator (FTC, 6 months)

Event Coordination
Project Management
Attention to Detail
Vendor Management
Budget Tracking
Logistics Management
Communication Skills