£16K/yr to £18K/yr
Birmingham, England
Contract, Variable

Operations Assistant

Posted by Reed.

About My Client: My client is a professional organisation committed to excellence in events and hospitality management. The team ensures seamless operations and exceptional experiences for their clients and their guests.

Role Overview: As an Event Operations Assistant, you will play a vital role in event execution. Your focus will be on guest satisfaction, efficient setup, and maintaining high standards throughout events.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Customer Service Excellence:

  • Provide outstanding service to delegates and guests.

  • Greet visitors professionally and assist them promptly.

  • Manage communication with colleagues and clients.

  • Event Setup and Management:

  • Arrange event spaces according to specifications.

  • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness during and after events.

  • Support health and safety, food health and hygiene and first aid protocols.

  • Collaboration and Communication:

  • Work effectively with team members.

  • Build positive relationships with stakeholders.

  • Administrative Support:

  • Assist visitors in organising their events.

  • Provide necessary administrative support.

  • Providing support to recruit for volunteers.

  • Managing Telephone Calls and emails from colleagues and clients

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

Essential:

  • Experience in delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Strong communication skills (written and oral).
  • Staying calm under pressure.
  • Initiative-driven and adaptable.
  • Problem-solving abilities.
  • Confidence in building new and existing relationships
  • Organised with attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and 365, such as Word and Excel.

Desirable:

  • Industry knowledge (preferred but not essential).
  • Previous conference centre or hotel conferencing experience.