Responsible for all elements of event delivery within the Porsche Experience Centre, and to work with internal teams to assist in the management and delivery of all events.
This is a placement year position for a candidate currently studying an undergraduate degree at university, seeking a placement for their third year. The role will commence in August 2027. Please ensure that you have read and understood the requirements of the role before applying.
Responsibilities
- Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of conference, incentive, and corporate events.
- Conduct facility tours and assist with venue preparation, room set-ups, and daily operational checks.
- Prepare client proposals, budgets, and external invoices.
- Act as a key client contact before and during on-site events.
- Coordinate with various PCGB departments to ensure seamless event delivery.
- Produce and distribute event documentation, ensuring accuracy and clear communication across teams.
- Prepare weekly operational reports and support event planning activities.
- Maintain event logistics, booking systems, calendars, and records, ensuring information remains up to date.
- Input and manage data across PCGB systems, including Momentus and SAP.
- Support social media activity, monitor stock levels, and keep informed of competitor activity and market trends.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, event attendees, and visitors to the Porsche Experience Centre.
- Manage internal bookings and training requests, while attending regular progress meetings and cross-functional sessions at Head Office.
Requirements
Minimum qualifications
- Studying an Events Management or Marketing undergraduate degree.
- Basic level of PC literacy, including MS Office, Excel and Word.
- Highly proficient in both spoken and written English.
- Full UK driving license and own vehicle.
Preferred qualifications
- Strong interest in automotive industry and Porsche brand.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to multitask.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
Benefits
In return, you’ll enjoy:
- Highly competitive salary.
- Fixed hours each week - 5 days per week, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm.
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
- Preferential rates on several products and services, including high street brands, restaurants, gyms and Porsche products.
- Life assurance.
- DC pension scheme.
- Employee assistance programme - support and advice on issues impacting your wellbeing.
- Dedicated mental health champions.
- Opportunity to visit the Porsche Experience Centre in Silverstone and drive the full Porsche vehicle range.
Location
The Porsche Experience Centre Silverstone is located at the world-famous Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire, with access via the A43 and close proximity to the M1 and M40 motorways. The Centre benefits from a range of nearby amenities and hospitality facilities, offering a unique workplace at the heart of one of the UK’s premier motorsport and automotive destinations.
