At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the delivery of exciting live and virtual corporate events.
- Company: Join Sunflower Event Team, a dynamic Surrey-based event management agency.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible remote work, and exposure to diverse projects.
- Other info: Flexible start date and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a collaborative team and gain hands-on experience in event management.
- Qualifications: 2 years' experience in events, strong organisation skills, and excellent communication.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 23000 £ per year.
We are Sunflower Event Team, a boutique Surrey-based event management agency delivering high-quality corporate events globally. Event logistics are at our core including venue finding and supplier liaison. We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Event Assistant to support the delivery of seamless live and virtual events for a diverse client portfolio.
About the Role
You’ll work closely with our Event Directors and Event Managers to support events from concept through to delivery and post-event wrap-up. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys juggling multiple projects.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting event logistics and coordination (including co-ordination of travel and accommodation)
- Sourcing and researching venues and liaising with suppliers
- Managing project updates and admin tasks
- Assisting with client communications and delegate management
- Maintaining budget updates and helping to process, track and log expenses
- Proofreading and formatting documentation and presentations
- Preparing for onsite delivery (onsite documentation, packing up kit boxes, badge collation etc.)
- Supporting onsite event delivery (setup, live sessions, troubleshooting)
- Creating content (case studies, newsletters, social media – where relevant)
- Managing social media content and company website updates (depending on experience)
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in events or similar fast-paced environment
- Strong organisation and admin skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Proactive, calm under pressure, and detail-focused
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Drive
- Ability to multitask and prioritise
- Customer-facing experience
Bonus: Experience with Asana, Slack, or MS Teams (training provided)
Why Apply?
- Work on varied and exciting corporate events
- Be part of a collaborative growing team
- Gain exposure to all stages of event delivery
- Flexible remote working
Application Process
Email your CV and a covering letter outlining, in your words, why you are the right person for the role (1 page max) to hannah@sunflowereventteam.com and nicola@sunflowereventteam.com. Deadline – Friday 31st July 2026. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis; we may close this role early if we receive a high volume of applications. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview in August / September 2026 subject to holidays.
Event Assistant employer: Sunflower Event Team
At Sunflower Event Team, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values creativity and collaboration in a supportive remote work environment. Our team enjoys flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to exciting corporate events globally, all while being part of a close-knit agency based in Surrey. Join us to thrive in a dynamic role where your contributions are recognised and celebrated.
