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About the Role

FT Live, the conferences and events division of the Financial Times, seeks an enthusiastic Event Operations Executive to support the delivery of its in-person, digital, and hybrid events. This role involves contributing to event planning and delivery, with a focus on audiovisual and digital production support, and is a 6-month fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

• Support Event Managers in delivering high-quality in-person, digital and hybrid events.
• Liaise professionally with speakers, sponsors, clients and other event partners.
• Create and maintain pre-event webpages, digital event spaces and sponsor hubs.
• Support the delivery of digital roundtables, webinars and virtual sessions for senior and VIP audiences.
• Coordinate the ordering, production and delivery of event branding and supporting materials.
• Assemble and arrange the shipment of materials required for events.
• Create, update and accurately maintain guest and attendee databases.
• Provide on-site and remote audiovisual support where required.
• Assist with the recording, editing and production of video content for digital and hybrid events.
• Respond proactively to operational issues and help identify practical solutions before and during events.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers to support a seamless attendee experience.
• Travel internationally when required to support event delivery.

Requirements

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to handle several tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence communicating with senior speakers, clients, sponsors and colleagues.
• A careful and methodical approach, with strong attention to detail.
• Good numerical skills and confidence working with event data, budgets or attendance information.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to learn new systems, processes and technical skills quickly.
• A willingness to take ownership of tasks and accept responsibility for their successful completion.
• Confidence contributing ideas and making practical recommendations.
• The ability to remain calm, organised and professional in a fast-paced event environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally as required.

Skills

• Event Management
• International Event Management
• Virtual event platforms
• Content management systems
• Event registration tools
• Audiovisual equipment
• Video recording
• Video-editing software

Location

• Remote
• Hybrid

Work Type

• Fixed-term contract
• Hybrid
• Remote

Experience Level

• Entry level
• Mid level

Education Level

• Degree or equivalent experience in Event Management, International Event Management or a related field.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave
• Medical cover
• Inclusive parental leave packages
• Subsidised gym memberships
• Opportunities to give back to the community

About the Company

• The Financial Times is a leading global news organisation known for its authority, integrity, and accuracy.
• FT Live is the conferences and events division of the Financial Times, bringing global executive audiences knowledge and opinion while creating networking opportunities for leaders.
• FT Live hosts over 200 events, strategic forums, and digital webinars annually, attracting decision-makers and strategists for discussions on global economic and industry issues.

Equal Opportunity

• We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued.
• A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential.
• We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.
• We are a Disability Confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.
• Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview.