Events Assistant

7 months ago


Sheffield, United Kingdom University of Sheffield Full time

We are seeking a motivated and organised Events Assistant to join the Events Team within Corporate
Communications. The Events Team are responsible for organising graduation ceremonies both in
Sheffield and overseas and we also organise and deliver a range of events, including the university’s
prestigious lectures, high profile events, including Royal Visits, VIP visits, opening of buildings,
exhibitions, festivals and much more.

The Events Assistant reports to the Events Manager who has particular responsibility for the
management and delivery of student attendance at all graduation ceremonies. The university currently
organises 33 graduation ceremonies in the UK every year and we are seeking an individual who can
clearly demonstrate they have the necessary skills and expertise to carry out this role effectively.

This role has a specific responsibility for assisting with student attendance at graduation and in addition, you will be required, as and when, to work on other events the team organises. Strong communication and organisational skills are key to the role, along with excellent customer service skills. As Events Assistant, you will also use your organisational and administrative skills to provide essential support to the Events Manager as needed.

The Events Team support the university’s vision to be firmly positioned as one of the world’s leading
international universities, through the creation and delivery of successful events that are professionally
delivered and audience centric. We aim to build relationships with priority audiences and through our
events, contribute to the university’s goal of becoming a Civic University.
Corporate Communications works to enhance the University’s global reputation through engaging and impactful communications and marketing. We focus on demonstrating the impact of the University’s transformative research and innovation, and an inclusive world-leading education.

**What We Offer**:

- 38 days annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional days.
- Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities.
- A commitment to work life balance including, flexible working opportunities and hybrid working where possible.
- A highly competitive pension scheme.
- Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme.
- A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes.
- An inclusive and diverse workplace.
- A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience. We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and University.


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