Event Coordinator
Leading UK Membership Body
Milton Keynes (Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office)
Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £28,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package including pension, employee assistance programme, life assurance cover, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.
Membership Bespoke is working with a leading UK membership body to recruit an Event Coordinator
Our client supports a wide network of professionals and organisations through a programme of high-quality events, conferences and exhibitions, playing a key role in connecting its sector and sharing best practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior events professional looking to develop their career within a membership organisation, gaining hands-on experience across a varied and high-profile events portfolio.
Working closely with an experienced Head of Events, you will support the delivery of a flagship national exhibition attracting over 7,000 attendees, alongside a major conference and awards programme and a calendar of regional events. You will play a key role in speaker liaison, programme coordination and exhibitor management, acting as a central point of contact throughout the event lifecycle. The role offers exposure to a broad stakeholder base across sport, venues, manufacturing and the wider outdoor sector, with a clear pathway to take ownership of events as you develop.
Key responsibilities
Event delivery and coordination
Support the planning and delivery of exhibitions, conferences, awards and regional events
Act as a key point of contact for exhibitors, delegates and suppliers
Coordinate speakers, programmes, logistics and event materials
Provide on-site support, ensuring events run smoothly and professionally
Stakeholder and supplier management
Build effective relationships with internal teams, suppliers and external stakeholders
Support sponsor and exhibitor engagement to ensure a high-quality experience
Work with marketing teams to support event promotion and communications
Administration and reporting
Maintain accurate event data and support CRM processes
Assist with budgeting, expense tracking and reporting
Contribute to post-event evaluation and continuous improvement
About you
Experience in events, administration or a customer-facing role (or relevant qualification)
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and CRM systems
A proactive, team-oriented approach with a desire to learn
Full UK driving licence and access to a car
Why apply?
This is a genuine career-building role offering exposure to large-scale events and the opportunity to develop into owning your own projects over time within a supportive team environment.
How to apply
To apply for the Event Coordinator role, please submit your CV.
Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment.