Montgomery Group are currently working on a range of exciting plans to develop our events and digital products in order to connect and inspire our communities even more. As part of those plans, we are looking for a Content Executive to join our team based in central London.
This is an opportunity for an established Content Assistant or newly appointed Executive who is passionate, creative and willing to embed themselves in the food, drink and hospitality communities that our events serve. This role will assist the Head of Content in researching and planning entertaining, educational and engaging live content programmes for both Food Drink & Hospitality Week, Speciality and Fine Food Fair (plus other events where applicable).
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will ideally have some type of events experience (be it in content, speaker relations or production) and will be eager to learn. This role requires someone who is happy to network with the industry by attending client and partner events and fostering existing speaker relationships. The Content Executive also needs to be well organised, have good project management skills and be able to work across various teams and events at once, being constantly aware of deadlines.
The content teams aim is to develop and grow our audiences for the events; and more importantly, ensure we fulfil our broader mission; supporting our communities to innovate and build a better future.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum of 1 years experience of event management, live content management, speaker recruitment or journalism.
- Ability to conduct independent desk research and voice your own decisions and opinions.
- A keen eye for detail and good copywriting skills.
- Capacity to work across various teams and juggle multiple stakeholders and events at the same time.
- Great organisational skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines.
- Ability to interpret and summarise meeting outcomes.
- Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
KEY RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Attend trade events and shows to network with and gain exposure to potential speakers.
- Assist with recruiting for and running advisory boards ahead of each show, utilising key event ambassadors.
- Independently research key industry issues and suggest topics and speakers who could appear at our shows to discuss these issues live.
- Run a stage at each of our shows, greeting and liaising with speakers on site and in the lead up to an event.
- Use web platforms to maintain event websites and social assets.
- Provide administrative support to the Head of Content.
- Assist with organising and running the virtual events calendar (includes webinars, podcast editing, news articles etc).
Montgomery Group is a well-established, ethical, collaborative and empowering company. We are performance led with a strong focus on growth. Importantly, we are purpose-driven, adhere to our values no matter what, and as a family business, really care about the people and communities that we serve. The central London, dog-friendly offices are in a Georgian townhouse, close to Oxford Street & Marylebone High Street with private access to Manchester Square Gardens. Hybrid working is offered to all applicants with a minimum of 3 days in the office, which would be on a Monday, Tuesday and Thursday . Core hours are 9-5pm but flexibility outside these hours will be required to suit the needs of the business.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to diversity. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, providing they meet the minimum requirements of the job role. Sadly, our office building is not currently wheelchair friendly.
At Montgomery Group we recognise that women are less likely than men to apply for a role if they do not have experience in all the areas mentioned in the job description. The list above is indicative, we would still welcome your application even if you feel you dont have experience in all the listed areas but think that you could do the job.
OUR PURPOSE:To serve our world, nurturing relationships and developing opportunities.
OUR VISION:To be our communities long term strategic partner throughout the year, creating opportunities for them to connect, transact and engage with the right people to achieve success.
OUR VALUES: Ethically Commercial, Growth Mindset, Embrace Collaboration, Empowerment
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