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We are a global production and creative agency, delivering unforgettable events across the globe, creatively bringing bold ideas to life, far and beyond anything you’ve seen before.
About the Role
We are seeking two Event Assistants to join our team during an exciting period of company growth. These roles will provide support to our internal team and our many freelancers working across the world.
You will get stuck into all aspects of event management, from creation to completion, conception to delivery and all that’s in-between.
Far and Beyond pride ourselves on being a fantastic place to work, and know that our people are at the heart of what we do. This year we achieved the ‘Great Place to Work’ accreditation and are excited to build on this over the next 12 months.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain insight and experience in a fast-paced events environment, where no two days are the same!
Outline of Responsibilities
- To assist in projects from concept through to fulfilment, in advance and on site
- To support the Projects Managers, Event Producers, Account Management team and Company Director as needed
- To work to the highest of standards, assisting where needed with multiple projects at any one time
- To represent FAB in the best possible light at all times, maintaining the FAB ethos and mentality throughout
- To set up and support administrative tasks, such as spreadsheets, logistics bookings, accommodation bookings, expenses, float, booking and liaising with contractors, etc
- To ensure all project work is filed and saved properly
- To arrange meetings, both over zoom and in person, and to take minutes as needed
About You
- Based in/around London but with an ability to travel to central London daily
- Keen interest in working in live events
- Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes
- Flexible approach to working hours
- Computer-savvy with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Outstanding organisational and coordination abilities
- Resilient under pressure with the ability to maintain high level of accuracy & adhere to high standards of quality when working to tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Keen on working in a fast-paced environment
Included in the Role
- Holiday allowance: 25 days, plus National UK Holidays
- Days in lieu are given for National UK Holidays worked where the employee is not offered an alternative midweek day off.
- Company pension enrolment
- FAB to arrange all working visas as required
- All equipment provided as required
- International travel insurance
- COMING IN 2023: paid volunteering leave to encourage employees to volunteer with a charity of their choice
- Enhanced benefits after a year of employment (enhanced sick leave, maternity / paternity leave / company bonus)
Equal Opportunities Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection procedures are fair and based on the principle of selecting the best person for the job.
We understand that sometimes reasonable adjustments are required to enable candidates to bring their best selves, so please just let us know if there is anything we can do.
