Freelance In-Person Event Specialist

About the Company

Visit.org helps companies discover & book thousands of carefully curated social impact team experiences, led by and benefitting local nonprofits. With its proprietary library of team-based experiences across 90+ countries, Visit.org provides HR, CSR, and Meetings & Events leaders highly scalable, culturally appropriate content for purpose-driven employee and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site Event Coordinator for team-building and social impact activities
• Participate in virtual planning meetings with corporate, nonprofit, and internal partners
• Manage event setup, teardown, and site cleaning
• Serve as the primary Visit.org representative and problem-solver on-site
• Coordinate with venues, staff, and corporate partners to align roles
• Manage the guest check-in process and provide a warm welcome
• Resolve real-time issues such as missing supplies or technology challenges
• Provide consistent updates, photos, and videos to the Events Team
• Pack, label, and ship materials back to the distribution center

Requirements

• Based in Manchester, UK
• Fluency in English with strong communication skills
• Experience in complex, large-scale or intimate executive-level events
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
• Experience with group facilitation and managing group dynamics
• Resourceful, quick thinker, and able to work under pressure
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Willingness to travel within the local region

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• The chance to do meaningful and impactful work
• The opportunity to meet with social impact-minded individuals
• Potential for recurring freelance employment