Events Co-ordinator

Job Title

Events Co-ordinator

**Job Description**:

- Role purpose:

- To support the events manager and premium client management team in the planning, delivery and communication of premium event experiences and tickets to valuable clients. This will entail dealing with iconic venues, top restaurants and major sports and cultural events in the UK.
- What you'll do:

- Maintain accurate pre and post event data on our ticket management software and spreadsheets, incl. the events calendar and provide statistical reports
- Communicate event information to key stakeholders and attendees, ensuring that invitation, confirmation, and ticketing correspondence is processed accurately, professionally and in a timely fashion so that all participants are provided with relevant details to ensure success
- Co-ordinate and process ticket bookings using external systems, corporate accounts and ticketing apps, liaising with suppliers as required
- Book top restaurants around the UK for private dining ensuring all paperwork is returned and menu/dietary requests are confirmed
- Build relationships and liaise with our account managers at renowned venues and organisations
- Work closely with our marketing team to ensure the delivery of ticketing and hospitality secured through corporate sponsorships (currently England Cricket and NFL London Games)
- Support colleagues in the administration and on-site delivery of educational events held in the office and at external venues, as well as via webinar technology
- Process payments and related invoices
- Attend larger events where required, being prepared to do so off-site during evenings or weekends on occasion
- Who we are
- We’ve been at the forefront of trading innovation since 1974, taking on the challenge to deliver an unmatched experience for our clients and raise the bar for tomorrow’s opportunities. Today, we’re a global fintech company incorporating the IG, tastytrade, IG Prime, Spectrum and DailyFX brands, with a presence in 20 countries across five continents and over 400 000 active clients worldwide. But we know our success is only possible because of our people, who we encourage and empower to be brave, determined and inventive. Join us if you’d like to work in an inclusive, collaborative team that will recognise your talent and allow it to shine.
- What you’ll get:

- The chance to attend regular social events and join special-interest groups, you get an attractive selection of benefits working with IG:

- Competitive Salary
- Flexible working hours and work-from-home opportunities
- Performance-related bonuses
- Pension, insurance and medical plans
- Career-focused technical and leadership trainings in-class and online, incl. unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning platform
- Gym memberships allowance
- A day off on your birthday
- Two days volunteering leave per year
- Comprehensive global and local onboarding process - to the company and to your role
- Funding for trainings or studies relevant to your role
- Employee-led LGBTQ+, Women’s, Black and Parents & Careers networks with annual budget for organizing events & projects that foster an open, diverse and inclusive culture
- Option to participate and create ESG initiatives based on IG Brighter Future Fund

Who you are
- You’re upbeat and enthusiastic, and you have an open mind and a curious, can-do attitude. You, like us, understand the importance of collaboration and are driven to be the best in what you do. You embody our three core values - to champion the client, learn fast together and raise the bar. You want to be part of a proudly carbon-neutral company that will prioritise your wellbeing and that of the world around you, helping to create a brighter future for all. A company that embraces diversity and welcomes everyone with respect, regardless of race, age, sexual orientation, gender, identification, faith or culture. If you’re inspired by our way of working and can bring something new to our team of top-notch people, then you’ll find a home here.
- You Are:

- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Keen to pursue a career in corporate events and ideally have some working experience within events or an administrative role
- Able to work at pace and manage multiple tasks and requirements
- Friendly and sociable
- Highly organised
- Essential to the role are:

- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
- Very good time management and the ability to prioritise essential tasks
- An exceptional attention to detail and the production of accurate work to tight deadlines
- An existing interest in, and knowledge of, the UKs major sports and musical events and associated venues
- A desire to deliver a high level of service to clients and colleagues
- A hands-on attitude to getting things done
- Where you’ll work
- As part of our hybrid working environment, you’ll split your time between home and the office. In this way, you’ll be able to enjoy a better work-lif