Event Executive in Manchester

Full-Time & Part-Time Roles Available. No Experience Needed | Full Training Provided | Immediate Starts Available.

Start Your Career with River Where Ambition Meets Opportunity. Are you ready to launch your career in a fast-growing company that rewards energy, effort, and ambition? At River, we’re not just hiring – we’re building future leaders. Whether you’re starting out or looking to take your next step, this is the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience in events, sales, and marketing while developing long-term career skills.

We offer more than a job – we offer a clear pathway for growth, development, and progression. At River, you’ll be part of a culture that values people, celebrates success, and supports your personal and professional journey.

The Role As An Events Executive: We’re looking for confident, motivated, and outgoing individuals to join our events team. As an Events Executive, you’ll play a key role in bringing our clients’ brands to life through engaging pop-up events and marketing campaigns. You’ll work closely with experienced mentors, learning how to manage live events, communicate with customers, and deliver exceptional results. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about people, love being part of a team, and want a career that’s both dynamic and truly rewarding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the setup and smooth running of branded event campaigns
• Engage directly with customers in a friendly, approachable manner
• Represent clients’ missions and values with professionalism
• Collaborate with team members to meet and exceed event goals
• Problem-solve on the spot to ensure events run efficiently
• Contribute ideas to enhance campaign impact and customer engagement
• A chance to explore other internal career routes across marketing, HR, client management, and overall business operations

What We’re Looking For:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A confident, positive, and proactive mindset
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Previous sales, marketing, or customer-facing experience is a bonus but not required
• Someone looking for the bigger picture, to progress into managing event coordination
• Most importantly, a desire to show up to learn, grow, and progress

Why Join River?

• Comprehensive training with ongoing mentorship and skill development
• Competitive base pay + uncapped commission – your success drives your earnings, on a self-employed basis
• Career progression into leadership and senior management roles
• Professional development programs designed to support your long-term goals
• Optional travel incentives and exciting rewards for top performers
• A supportive, inclusive family environment where your voice is heard and your growth is valued
• Opportunities to train and lead new team members as you progress

At River, we’re passionate about promoting from within. Many of our senior leaders began their careers in entry-level roles and worked their way up through dedication, drive, and determination. We give you every opportunity to do the same. This is 2026, there’s never been a better time to start building the career you deserve.

Next Steps - Our Interview Process:

We start our interview process with a short introduction session about River. This gives you a clear insight into our company culture, what we do, and the exciting opportunities available before moving into the longer, in-depth interview. During this session, we also share our company growth plans so you can see exactly how your own career progression aligns with River’s vision for the future. We’ve found this approach helps candidates feel more confident, informed, and motivated to show us their best.

Apply today and take your first step towards an exciting career with River - Your future starts here.