3557 — Events managers and organisers

What this occupation covers

Events managers and organisers manage, organise and coordinate business conferences, exhibitions, concerts and similar events.

Typical duties

discusses conference and exhibition requirements with clients and advises on facilities

develops proposal for the event, and presents proposal to client

allocates exhibition space to exhibitors

plans work schedules, assigns tasks, and co-ordinates the activities of designers, crafts persons, technical staff, caterers and other events staff

liaises closely with venue staff to ensure smooth running of the event

ensures that Health and Safety and other statutory regulations are met

Entry routes and qualifications

There are no formal academic entry requirements, although entrants typically possess GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, a BTEC/SQA award or equivalent qualifications. Professional qualifications are available and may be required by some employers. Off and-on-the-job training is available.

Sponsorship information

Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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