About The Channel Company
The Channel Company is the global leader in data-driven growth acceleration solutions and services for the IT channel. With 40+ years of channel expertise and a premier portfolio of editorial brands, marketing and event services, and strategic consulting, we help technology vendors, solution providers, and IT decision-makers worldwide unlock better business outcomes.
Our global audience of technology decision-makers rely on our trusted portfolio of print and digital publications to stay current with technology news and trends. Channel-focused marketing, in-demand events, partner program enablement, leadership networks, and dedicated consultants empower channel leaders with insights, connections, and strategies that propel success in the IT channel.
The Channel Company values differences because they enhance dynamic teams. We know that the confidence gap can get in the way of connecting with the best candidates. Please do not hesitate to apply – we would be honored to connect with you.
About the role
The Channel Company is an award-winning B2B media and events business serving the technology market. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and commercially aware Senior Event Coordinator to join the Events team. The role focuses on the end-to-end operational delivery of high-quality dinners, conferences and awards ceremonies ranging from 20 to 1,000+ attendees, across in-person, hybrid and virtual formats.
The role supports flagship UK brands including Computing and CRN UK, which sit at the centre of the technology and channel communities. Events delivered under these brands bring together senior IT leaders, vendors, partners and solution providers through market-leading conferences, awards ceremonies and executive-level experiences.
Working at the heart of the Events team, the Senior Event Coordinator will own logistics, budgets and supplier management for a portfolio of events, working closely with Sales, Marketing, Editorial, Production, Customer Success and external partners to ensure events are delivered on time, on budget and to specification.
What we expect from an ideal candidate- Own the professional and timely delivery of a portfolio of events from initial briefing through to on-site delivery and post-event reconciliation.
- Deliver a range of formats including executive dinners, conferences and large-scale awards ceremonies.
- Manage multiple events concurrently, often at different stages of delivery.
- Build, manage and track event budgets, ensuring strong cost control and accurate reconciliation.
- Act as the main operational point of contact for venues, AV, production partners and other suppliers.
- Source and negotiate venues and suppliers to achieve best value while maintaining quality.
- Work closely with Sales and Customer Success teams to ensure sponsor deliverables are understood and delivered.
- Collaborate effectively with Marketing, Editorial, Design and Production teams to ensure alignment across all event elements.
- Lead on-site delivery, including build, rehearsals, live show management and breakdown.
- Be available and willing to travel within the UK and internationally, and to work flexibly around live event delivery requirements.
- Remain calm, solutions-focused and decisive in high-pressure, live environments.
- Support junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement of event processes and best practice.
- Champion sustainable practices and consider environmental impact throughout event planning and delivery.
What we valueThe ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience delivering B2B events in an agency, media or in-house environment, with proven experience managing medium to large-scale events including conferences and/or awards ceremonies.
Key competencies include:
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Strong numerical skills with proven budget management experience.
- Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
- Confidence operating in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Experience with event registration and project management platforms (e.g. Evessio, Monday.com or similar) is desirable.
What’s on offer:
- 35 hours of work per week
- Generous Holiday package + National bank holidays
- Opportunity to join a growing business with lots of opportunities to influence.
- Hybrid working available.
- Temporary International Remote Working Opportunities
- Life assurance scheme
- Employee referral scheme
- A tailored training and induction plan - we want you to succeed!
- Regular recognition rewards - be recognised and rewarded for day-to-day actions where you go above and beyond, and consistently deliver
- The opportunity to work within a globally diverse team
- The opportunity to learn new skills in an ever-changing and adaptable business
