Position
Events Assistant – 2 year fixed‑term contract/secondment (37 hrs per week). Salary £26,824 – £28,598 per annum.
Organisation
Warwick District Council – Place, Arts and Economy.
Job Overview
The Events Assistant is an integral member of the Business Support and Events Team, supporting administrative duties, marketing and event promotion across the district’s parks and town centres.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the team with day‑to‑day administrative tasks.
* Assist in marketing and promotion of events by sharing content with key organisations.
* Collaborate with colleagues to produce regular printed and digital “What’s On” guides.
* Support the Safety Advisory Group in advising on safety aspects of large‑scale public events.
Qualifications and Experience
* At least 2 years’ experience in an office environment, providing admin support or in a related role such as events, hospitality or leisure.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to represent the council in a customer‑facing role.
* Excellent organisational skills and computer literacy.
* Flexible and adaptable to change.
* Desirable interests: placemaking, economy, tourism, film & TV.
Working Conditions
Work base: primarily from home with availability for office meetings in Warwick. Hybrid working optional. On‑site working at events, evenings and weekends as required. Travel expenses to the office will be borne by the successful candidate.
Safeguarding
Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children, young people and adults. Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check required.
Remuneration and Benefits
Salary £26,824 – £28,598 per annum. 37 hrs per week. (Benefits not applicable to casual).
Contact
For questions or informal discussion, contact Charlotte Sully, Business Support and Events Manager, events@warwickdc.gov.uk.
Dates
Closing date: 10/04/2026 – Interview date: W/C 20/04/2026.
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