Event assistant

Level

Advanced · like A-levels

Length

1.5 yr

typical

Sector

Sales, marketing and procurement

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Working in an events company or events department in an organisation, helping event planners and project managers to organise and host events.

Support the planning and organisation of events

Liaise with suppliers, venues, and external contractors

Help prepare event materials, signage, and briefings

Assist with on-site set-up, running, and breakdown

Respond to delegate or guest queries during events

Maintain event records, budgets, and contact lists

Help evaluate events and gather feedback afterwards

Event planning processes and project timelines

Venue sourcing, logistics, and supplier coordination

Health, safety, and licensing requirements for events

Budgeting basics and financial record keeping

Customer service and stakeholder communication

Marketing and promotion of events

On-site event management and problem solving

Ready to look for a place?

See live Event assistant apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.