Events Coordinator

We are looking for an Events Coordinator to join our Rapport team in Manchester. You'll become part of a collaborative and growing EMEA Events team, working closely with colleagues across the region.

In this role, you'll support the delivery of high-quality events by coordinating logistics, managing event requirements, maintaining accurate systems and reporting, and working closely with the Events Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless client experience.

Type of contract: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 40 per week (Monday-Friday)

What will you get?

• Financial Freedom: Enjoy exclusive high-street discounts and wellbeing benefits just one click away with Unlock, our benefits platform!
• Transportation Benefits: We offer tax-saver tickets on public transport in partnership with Travel Hub and/or Bike to Work Scheme (providing you with sustainable transport modes, incorporating physical activity into your everyday commuting).
• Secure Your Future: Benefit from a contributory pension scheme using MyFutureFund, helping you save for retirement automatically.
• Health Matters: In addition to our wellness programmes, we offer eye examination vouchers for those requiring a Visual Display Unit (VDU/DSE) test.
• Thrive Personally & Professionally: Unlock endless learning and development opportunities to elevate your career!
• Celebrate Excellence: Shine a spotlight on outstanding peers with WOW Awards for their exceptional contributions.
• Give Back to Community: Take one paid day off annually to support a cause you’re passionate about!
• PLUS, breakfast, lunch and free coffee are included!

Main Responsibilities

• Being the first point of contact for our hosts, bookers, and guests
• Providing a warm and informative welcome, introducing the area and facilities available to key stakeholders
• Assisting with the coordination and production of all assigned meetings and events
• Coordinating the planning and delivery of all aspects for an event
• Taking ownership for each event from the initial enquiry, availability, and dairy management, through to the delivery and follow-up of all bookings
• Working in partnership with all other service providers to develop and deliver events successfully
• Overseeing the day-to-day event management for all event activity

The ideal candidate will

• Share our Rapport values: Create Rapport, Be Brilliant, Innovative Spirit, Walk Tall and Stronger Together
• Ideally, have a minimum of two years of reservations and event organisation experience, with great understanding of event space setup styles
• Be proficient in business administration, with strong time management and attention to detail
• Have excellent interpersonal skills on all levels
• Be able to work both independent, and in a team environment
• Possess strong Microsoft Office skills

About Us

Rapport Guest Services is a multi-award-winning company, delivering front- and back-of-house guest services for leading organisations across the UK, Ireland, and globally. As part of Compass Group UK&I, we combine people-first culture with exceptional service standards.

We are proud of our commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and creating opportunities for everyone to thrive. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, offering meaningful roles for individuals with additional needs.

Find out more about us and our values at

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