Operations Executive - OpenRooms
WHO WE ARE:
At CloserStill, we strive to deliver the best. We’re on a mission to be the most dynamic B2B events and communities business in every market we serve, bringing people together to learn, connect and grow.
Operating across five regions, we power over 200 market-leading events, publications and brands across Business Technologies, Healthcare, Learning, HR & Education, and Future Transport & Infrastructure.
But what truly sets us apart is our people.
Our teams are diverse, driven, and united by a shared commitment to excellence. Rooted in our core values of ownership, empathy, teamwork, integrity, and determination, we empower every employee to grow, shape their own path and make a meaningful impact.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We're looking for a recent graduate or someone with 1+ years' work experience to join our close-knit operations team as an Operations Executive, based full-time in our Hammersmith office. If you're organised, proactive and thrive in a fast-paced events environment, we want to hear from you.
THE ROLE:
Venue shortlist, selection and rate negotiation within the agreed budget
Venue liaison pre, during and post event
Management of external suppliers, including AV, entertainment and offsite dinners
Delivery of sponsor branding: signage, conference slides, menus and more
Organise speaker and staff travel to events
Rota management for the onsite team and team briefings
Input into the cost of sales budget
Manage supplier payments in liaison with the CloserStill finance team
Collate onsite staff expenses
Input into the development of the OpenRoom App
Working with the Marketing Manager on website development
ABOUT YOU:
Strong people skills with the ability to build relationships quickly
Highly organised with solid negotiation skills
Self-motivated, proactive and keen to learn
Strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Creative thinker who can problem-solve on the go
A real team player with a flexible, can-do approach
CSM do not ‘usually offer sponsorship for this role
CloserStill Media reserves the right to request a DBS or credit check should the role require it.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
CloserStill Media embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to continuing to develop a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to age, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status or disability status.
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, don't hesitate to get in touch with our HR team at hr@closerstillmedia.com.
London
Awards
We have won more Awards than any other company in the Exhibition Industry.
We have achieved over 50 industry awards, including the coveted ‘Best Business Exhibition’ seven times, featured in The Sunday Times 100 Best Places to Work 3 times (2018. 2019 & 2020), been Voted by members of the Association of Exhibition Organisers as the ‘Most Respected Company’ in the exhibition Industry. Best Business Exhibition (x7), Best Marketing (x8) and Best Sales (x4) Best Launch or Brand Extension (x5). Adapting to digital during 2020, we also won 3 awards at the new Event Digital Awards.
About CloserStill Media
We are on a mission... To be the most dynamic global B2B events and communities business.
At our core, we have unwavering faith in our workforce. Our entrepreneurial and empowered teams are dedicated to perpetual evolution of their brands, shaping leading engagement in their respective industries. We firmly believe that great people are the architects of extraordinary events.
We are committed to Diversity & Inclusion and to making CloserStill Media a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. We are a global and multicultural business and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where our colleagues can grow and develop no matter who they are and where they work.