Events Assistant

Description

Events Support Assistant (Temporary Contract)

Location: Central London (hybrid working available)

Contract: Temporary, full-time 35 hours per week

Start Date: ASAP

Reports to: Deputy Head of English Regions

Organisation: Royal College / Professional Membership Body

Payrate: £16.14 per hour.

Overview

This is a hands-on support role within the events team of a professional membership body based in Central London. The team runs a wide range of events across the UK, including national conferences, award ceremonies and webinars — both in-person and online.

You’ll help with everything from setting up events on the website and managing bookings, to supporting delivery on the day. There’s a mix of admin, systems work, and practical support — and you'll be working closely with regional staff and the central team to ensure everything runs smoothly.

What You’ll Be Doing

Helping to set up and manage events, from national conferences to regional webinars

Updating event webpages with details like speaker bios and sponsor logos

Using the CRM to manage bookings, send joining instructions, and track attendance

Creating simple marketing materials using templates (e.g. Canva, DotDigital)

Supporting virtual and in-person events using platforms like BigMarker or Evessio

Sending out feedback surveys and helping pull together post-event reports

Responding to event-related emails and queries

Providing general admin support across the wider team when needed

What We’re Looking For

Essential

Experience working on events (online or in-person)

Good admin and organisation skills

Confident using systems like a CRM or booking platform

Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines

Good written and verbal communication skills

Able to work well both independently and with others

Desirable

Experience working in a membership body or professional services environment

Understanding of data protection in an events context

Familiarity with tools like BigMarker, Canva, or DotDigital

If you’ve worked on events within a membership organisation or professional services setting, and are available for a temporary role, please send your CV for immediate review

Ad ID: 5416883352