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Events Officer, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum + benefits

Hybrid with some UK and overseas travel

Are you an experienced events professional looking for your next challenge? Our client, a leading global engineering business, are seeking an Events Officer to support their international, national and local market engagement through high-profile exhibitions and events. This newly created role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys delivering impactful events.

Key Responsibilities:

* Organise and coordinate our participation in international exhibitions across defence and other critical industries.

* Manage external contractors such as event organisers, stand-builders, and freight forwarders to ensure seamless event execution.

* Oversee event administration, including registrations, logistics, and scheduling.

* Collaborate with our in-house designer to develop engaging brand and campaign messaging.

* Support internal events, including media visits, demonstrations, and VIP engagements.

* Assist in career fairs and employee engagement initiatives in collaboration with HR.

* Deliver community engagement events as part of our social value activities.

Skills & Experience:

* Proven experience in event management, preferably including exhibitions.

* Ability to align event delivery with marketing objectives.

* Strong contractor management skills with a problem-solving mindset.

* Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

* Highly organised, proactive, and results-driven.

Benefits Package:

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy 5 extra days).

* Discretionary bonus.

* Pension matched up to 8%.

* Free onsite lunch and parking.

* Private medical insurance & permanent health insurance (after probation).

* Death in service (3x annual salary).

* Paid professional memberships.

* Enhanced family leave policies.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a growing team. If you have 3-4 years of event organising experience and a background in large-scale B2B events, we’d love to hear from you