Project Description

We are seeking an Events assistant to help coordinate our attendance as exhibitors at the UK Space Conference, SmallSat, and DroneX. This role will support event logistics, including ordering marketing materials, liaising with external suppliers, and ensuring relevant materials a provided on time.

Additional responsibilities include providing on-stand support during events to ensure smooth operations and effective engagement with visitors. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to event coordination. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in delivering high-profile industry events.

Over the 8 weeks, we hope you will develop your skills and understanding in:

• Ordering and managing marketing materials, ensuring timely delivery to events.

• Coordinating with external suppliers to arrange shipments and deliveries.

• Assisting with event planning tasks, including schedules, stand setup logistics, and inventory tracking.

• Supporting the setup and breakdown of the exhibition stand.

• Managing marketing materials and giveaways to ensure an organised and professional display.

• Providing on-stand support, engaging with visitors, answering general questions, and ensuring smooth operations.

• Assisting with real-time troubleshooting, such as last-minute supply needs or technical stand issues.

• Helping with debriefs and reporting, gathering feedback for future improvements.

• Assisting with the return of materials and equipment to storage or suppliers.

The successful applicant will have the following skills:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in event coordination or logistics (academic or professional).

• Familiarity with marketing materials and branding.

• Interest in the space or technology sectors.

• Previous experience working at events or in a customer-facing role.

  Process details:

• 8 weeks minimum fixed term contract to be agreed with successful candidate

• In-person Induction Event to be held on 23rd June 2025, and an in-person/hybrid Showcase Event

• 5 days holiday to be taken during the placement

How we work….

We strive to create a high trust, high performance and inclusive environment that enables team members to bring their whole selves to work – this helps to create the foundations of an innovation culture. Our shared values are critical to this:

• We care - for our people, our partners, and our planet

• We connect - and engage with people and ideas

• We learn - and grow, as people and as an industry

Underpinning this is our belief in great teams, our combined efforts will always deliver outcomes beyond that of anyone providing we are honest through debate, experiment and reflect, and create shared resolutions in support of our purpose. Live these values, work to our principles, take ownership to deliver, and we are certain you will thrive with us.

This job description set outs the skills and experience we think are needed to be able to perform in this job. However, if you believe you can deliver in this role then we want to hear from you.

Important notice for applicants: We use tools to detect plagiarism and the use of AI or chatbots for applicant answers. If plagiarism, AI use (such as ChatGPT) or similar software are found to have been used in your application you will not be considered for this or future roles within the Satellite Applications Catapult. If you need any additional support during the application process, please do reach out and connect. We also invite you to share feedback via Applied.

At Satellite Applications Catapult, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome candidates from all corners of the globe, but due to legal and logistical considerations, we want to be transparent about the potential visa-related challenges that could arise. Our ability to offer sponsorship will depend on the level of interest for our roles and salary level. Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

If you need any additional support during the application process, please do reach out and connect. We also invite you to share feedback via Applied.