Undergraduate Event Support

About this role

While working at UTAC Millbrook you will discover a lot about your own working style and learn valuable interpersonal skills, as you adapt to life in a busy events department. As part of a small team, you will build strong internal relationships, not only with your immediate colleagues, but also with management and other departments within UTAC. You will find that there is a diverse range of skills and experience within the department, exposure to which will be beneficial when seeking employment after university.

The placement will also allow you to develop your network within the events industry, as you interact a wide range of suppliers and high-profile clients. Supporting the Event Managers, the successful candidate will be responsible for the planning and execution of a range of B2B events. Duties will include client liaison, management of event staff, AV deployment, set design and build, Health & Safety etc. As the placement progresses, they will take responsibility for running their own events, including management of the Aston Martin events, that take place in a dedicated venue: The Aston Martin Clubhouse.

Role & Responsibilities Assisting Event Managers from planning to delivery of all events at UTAC Millbrook Taking ownership and responsibility for managing Aston Martin events Selecting, briefing and managing external suppliers Liaising with internal departments to ensure smooth running of events Assistance in undergraduate recruitment for the following year Completion of all administrative tasks relating to events Managing high quality events that exceed customer expectation Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times.

• Studying bachelor’s degree in Event Management or similar (projected 2:1 or above) • GCSE English and Maths at grade 5 or above Preferred Experience Working or volunteering at events Working within a hospitality environment Skills & Personal Behaviours Strong team player Ability to use initiative, be creative and problem solve Excellent verbal and written communication Customer facing and interpersonal skills Excellent attention to detail Competency in MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook) Project Management and Leadership Skills Interest in the automotive industry Other Flexibility to work occasional long hours and some weekends where necessary All applicants will need to hold a full UK driving licence and have own transport as public transport is not available Willing to undergo a DBS check For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work.