Alice Walmsley Email & Phone Number

England, United Kingdom

London, England, United Kingdom

London, England, United Kingdom

As the Events Executive for a global biotechnology company, I was jointly responsible for the successful delivery of the organisation’s annual, company-wide event, held in Amsterdam. The event hosted +500 delegates over a 4-day period.____________________► Collaborated with the event manager on a weekly basis to develop a comprehensive event programme and discuss deadlines to ensure planning was to schedule► Sourced potential venues and conducted extensive venue preparation… Show more As the Events Executive for a global biotechnology company, I was jointly responsible for the successful delivery of the organisation’s annual, company-wide event, held in Amsterdam. The event hosted +500 delegates over a 4-day period.____________________► Collaborated with the event manager on a weekly basis to develop a comprehensive event programme and discuss deadlines to ensure planning was to schedule► Sourced potential venues and conducted extensive venue preparation, negotiating contracts, completing a walkthrough of the space, confirming F&B requirements, and identifying breakout areas► Consulted the A/V team on the event programme, providing a detailed brief on lighting requirements, arrangements for the band, and audio requirements for all presentations► Procured all materials and deliverables for the event, sourcing trophies, gift vouchers, table décor, stationery for breakout spaces and gifts on arrival ► Introduced the team and supported the presentation of the event programme to the executive committee, including meeting arrangements, restaurant appointments and transportation to and from the event► Provided regular communications and easy access to information to all delegates using a CVENT-based platform, including a series of post-event surveys for future reference► Worked with logistics agencies to ensure all transportation and accommodation were compliant and followed local/international regulations, providing individual itineraries directly to the event speakers ► Provided onsite management support to oversee the efficient and accurate setup of guestrooms, banners and signage, scheduled meetings, and dietary requirements Show less

Hertfordshire

In this role, I provided quality estate management and team leadership to a 1k-acre estate comprising farmland, commercial and residential properties.____________________► Reported directly to the Estate Manager and Managing Director on all operational and financial planning for the entire estate► Managed a team of eight and various contractors in the delivery of a major renovation project, converting existing silos and industrial buildings into artisan retail spaces►… Show more In this role, I provided quality estate management and team leadership to a 1k-acre estate comprising farmland, commercial and residential properties.____________________► Reported directly to the Estate Manager and Managing Director on all operational and financial planning for the entire estate► Managed a team of eight and various contractors in the delivery of a major renovation project, converting existing silos and industrial buildings into artisan retail spaces► Collaborated with the Event Manager to uphold the highest standards of health and safety, including risk assessments and method statements for all staff and contractors► Supervised the installation of all M&E and plumbing systems, working closely with Thames water and electricity suppliers to ensure the work is completed to set standards and specifications► Managed the installation of a new fashion studio for the site’s private brand, ‘Rosie on Fire’ and assisted with international sales and brand development/recognition campaigns► Provided support and advice during the conceptual phase of each project, identifying cost-saving opportunities to meet budget requirements► Created fully compliant, accurate tenancy contracts for all commercial & residential properties► Processed building applications and arranged audits for unspecified and listed buildings Show less

London, United Kingdom

I was selected by the Managing Director to lead the implementation of a newly developed instant pricing system with a focus on the website UX and end-user training.____________________► Developed new frameworks, employee literature, induction packs, sales scripts and Salesforce platform instructions in preparation for a new team dedicated to the maintenance of the new platform► Conducted a thorough, highly successful recruitment process to build a team of 6 ► Oversaw all… Show more I was selected by the Managing Director to lead the implementation of a newly developed instant pricing system with a focus on the website UX and end-user training.____________________► Developed new frameworks, employee literature, induction packs, sales scripts and Salesforce platform instructions in preparation for a new team dedicated to the maintenance of the new platform► Conducted a thorough, highly successful recruitment process to build a team of 6 ► Oversaw all business sales, customer care and logistics including team development ► Managed team standards and performance targets by proposing website edits, system streamlining, online chat forum and consistent customer care with escalation procedures ► Increased customer satisfaction and successful delivery of product by streamlining systems and implementing online chat forum, delivering consistent customer care with escalation procedures► Worked with an external consultant to introduce customer service skills to all stakeholders► Managed invoicing of customers and payments to over 200 subcontractors► Successfully maintained a 5* Trustpilot rating► Introduced the new product and platform to other teams to ensure collaborative working, overcoming hurdles by hosting SWAT discussions and follow-ups► Identified potential negative effects a new system release may have on customer experience► Organised project meetings to discuss improvement plans & brainstorm new system additions Show less

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire

I provided secretarial & administrative support as well as diary management to the Board and three senior directors (Managing Director, Client Services Director & Sales Director), organising both local and international travel arrangements and itineraries.____________________► Organised and attended internal and external meetings, taking minutes & circulating action points► Supported in recruitment & HR by headhunting, creating role adverts and head hunting► Raised purchase… Show more I provided secretarial & administrative support as well as diary management to the Board and three senior directors (Managing Director, Client Services Director & Sales Director), organising both local and international travel arrangements and itineraries.____________________► Organised and attended internal and external meetings, taking minutes & circulating action points► Supported in recruitment & HR by headhunting, creating role adverts and head hunting► Raised purchase orders and expense claims, and managed invoices► Undertook facilities management activities incl. enhancing the working environment by project managing an office refurbishment (expected to take a week) within a day to minimise disruption► Ordered all office equipment and supplies and managed office maintenance and repairs► Provided project support including presentation development and reporting► Wrote and edited copy for the company website including updates and newsletters Show less

London, United Kingdom

This was a broad, fast-paced role responsible for planning and executing events across the UK, Europe and North America, including budget control / forecasting and leading XX marketing, production and design team members.____________________► Sourced and managed venues, stand designers, contractors and equipment hire► Managed onsite staffing requirements and ensured regular briefings► Controlled, forecast and reconciled budgets ► Achieved cost savings by renegotiating… Show more This was a broad, fast-paced role responsible for planning and executing events across the UK, Europe and North America, including budget control / forecasting and leading XX marketing, production and design team members.____________________► Sourced and managed venues, stand designers, contractors and equipment hire► Managed onsite staffing requirements and ensured regular briefings► Controlled, forecast and reconciled budgets ► Achieved cost savings by renegotiating with external suppliers► Provided clear direction and support to marketing, production and design teams► Facilitated the production of signage, marketing materials and a new event app► Ensured compliance with insurance, health and safety and risk assessments ► Oversaw sponsorship, stand and exhibition space for corporate partners► Managed networking opportunities / meetings between delegates, corporate partners and sponsors, effectively handling client queries and troubleshooting on event days► Evaluated event performance & created reports for stakeholders to ensure continuous improvement Show less

London, England, United Kingdom

Strategically planned and executed global events from conception to delivery whilst managing an Event Coordinator, working to tight timescales and travelling across the globe to ensure event success.____________________► Liaised with the Board to identify the types and size of events, time frames, proposed budgets, and marketing collateral creation► Oversaw events to ensure operational procedures and standards were maintained or exceeded► Developed and managed relationships… Show more Strategically planned and executed global events from conception to delivery whilst managing an Event Coordinator, working to tight timescales and travelling across the globe to ensure event success.____________________► Liaised with the Board to identify the types and size of events, time frames, proposed budgets, and marketing collateral creation► Oversaw events to ensure operational procedures and standards were maintained or exceeded► Developed and managed relationships with clients, venues and partners such as Barclays► Reviewed all aspects of events and made best use of feedback to ensure continuous improvement► Worked with Marketing to develop event advertising, event websites and company brochure► Managed event budgets to facilitate cost benefit analysis Show less

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