Events Manager
We are currently seeking an experienced Events Manager with the ability to deliver precisely planned and flawlessly orchestrated events.
Summary about this job
Event Management
Company: White Events
Location: Perth
Work type: Part Time
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Phone: +61-7-2205-5709
Fax: +61-3-2460-7505
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Detail information about job Events Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Rare opportunity to work for one of Perth's leading Wedding Planners
- Part time hours, allowing for work-life balance
- Newly renovated studio, located in the heart of Leederville
About the business
White Events is a highly creative event design and management studio, based in Perth and available for weddings and events throughout Western Australia. Established in 2005, White Events is an industry leader with a reputation for consistently delivering exceptional events.
About the role
This senior management role within our team is responsible for the end-to-end management of our events portfolio.
Whilst providing support to the Creative Director, this role will be responsible for the successful planning and management of our events, ensuring that each is delivered on schedule, within budget and exceeding of all client expectations.
Managing on average 25 projects per annum, the duties of the Event Manager include, but are not limited to, ensuring planning schedules are adhered to, client budgets are well controlled, suppliers are appropriately confirmed and hire orders are correctly placed. This role will also be responsible for creating comprehensive Event Orders and managing the daily operations of all events in order to ensure a flawless finished product for our clients.
This role will also assist the Creative Director with refining event systems and procedures, business development activities and marketing strategies to ensure the continued growth of White Events.
Skills and experience
The successful applicant will have:
- A minimum of 3 years experience in an Event Manager role and a proven track record in successful end-to end event management.
- A tertiary qualification in Event Management or a related field.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Outstanding organisation skills with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple clients simultaneously.
- The ability to problem-solve and maintain composure under pressure.
- A result driven approach and the ability to work autonomously.
- Experience with Microsoft programs, Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Impeccable presentation.
- A style that is complementary to our company aesthetic, which is best described as classic with a modern edge.
- A passion for events and an eye for detail.
Highly desirable:
- An understanding of the WA wedding and events industry.
- Experience with Adobe programs, InDesign and Photoshop.
- Experience with floor plan softwares, such as AutoCAD and SketchUp.
The role is a permanent part-time position, with the successful applicant required to work 25 hours per week, 9:30am to 2:30pm, Tuesday to Saturday from our Leederville based studio, along with additional hours as required for events, meetings and promotional activities. Travel for destination weddings throughout WA is also required, so flexibility is essential.
An attractive remuneration package is offered along with excellent working conditions in a fun and friendly environment.
Please email applications, including a cover letter stating all relevant experience and a current resume with references, to [email protected] no later than Friday 20th July.
Please note that due to the high number of applications we anticipate receiving, only those who make it to the interview stage will be notified.