Event Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom University of Reading Full time

The core purpose of Venue Reading is to balance delivering event support services to our internal and external customers with a commercial focus and deliver excellent products and services.

We are committed to supporting the strategic principles of the University in promoting quality of both campuses and the physical learning environment.


Venue Reading and Henley Conferences are professional events service teams offering a wide variety of venues, hosting a range of events including day and residential meetings and conferences, functions and weddings, B&B accommodation and academic summer schools.

The role will be based within the Venue Reading team at Whiteknights Campus in Reading.


The post holder will, with the support and guidance of the Event Manager, generate and supervise the conference, events and function business.

This involves ensuring that all events are developed with optimum efficiency and profitable utilisation of the University's facilities in harmony with the core academic priorities of the University.

The role involves co-ordinating a variety of events to maximise revenue generation for the University by matching client requirements to University facilities.


You will have:
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Experience in Event Management
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Experience in Customer Service environment - customer facing:

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills:

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The ability to prioritise workload and stick to deadlines:

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Excellent customer service skills:

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Knowledge of conference business trends
Closing Date - 27th February 2023

Interview Date - W/C 6th March 2023

Informal contact details

Alternative informal contact details

Contact role:

Head of Conference and Events Operations

Contact role:

Venue Reading & Henley, Events Manager

Contact name:

Fi Evans

Contact name:

Laura Robb

Contact phone:

Contact phone:


The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation.

Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
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