Event Associate

Why United Media

What we offer you

• You get the unique opportunity to take ownership of one of our key business areas. You’ll be working in-person in your HQ in London where you will constantly be pushed out of your comfort zone. To ensure a never-ending growth curve, we provide you with:
• The opportunity of having a real impact - You’ll be getting operational experience in a start-up where both your work and the results are highly tangible and matter to the business.
• Inspiration and guidance - A chance to work closely with our high performing team as well as with the CEO and founder of our company.
• Unlimited growth potential in our company - we strongly believe in and have a track record of promoting internally.
• Travel opportunity: You would be joining our conferences overseas.
• Invaluable transferable skills - boost your interpersonal, research, organisation, outreach and project management skills through experience and training.

Your Responsibilities

• Responsibilities in this job will vary; however, they will be mostly centered around the following:
• Supplier Research and Management:
• Source, compare, and find the best suppliers for various event needs.
• Conduct thorough research to identify potential suppliers for add-ons, branding materials, and other event requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and high-quality services.
• Maintain positive relationships with suppliers, addressing any issues or concerns.
• Budget review and management to ensure all changes are raised ahead of time.
• Event Planning:
• Planning sponsored VIP events, lunches, dinners, and after-hours activities.