Operations Executive at Informa

Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Planning, Project Timelines Management, Operations Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Stakeholder Liaison, Health and Safety Compliance, Client Experience Enhancement, Sustainability Program Focus, Event Material Production, Proactive Management, Communication Skills, Cost Management, Forecasting, Budgeting, Teamwork, Self-Motivation

Industry

Information Services

Description

Company Description Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business. We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets. Job Description This is a hybrid role with 3 days per week in Nida Kule Esentepe, Şişli, İstanbul. Reports to: Operations Manager The Role You will be a highly organised, self-motivated and efficient individual, with the ability to work under your own initiative to meet deadlines and targets, as well as working towards operational process synergy across a variety event simultaneously. Key Responsibilities: Detailed structure to the full event planning process, with clear project timelines and milestones and management responsibility for the delivery and success of the events (on-site delivery and management). Responsible to plan and meet operations requirements. Responsible for maintaining & building good relationship with all suppliers. Liaison with internal and external stakeholders such venue provider & suppliers. Keeping a keen eye to the Health & Safety of our event, making sure venues and exhibitions are following the internal and Global Health & Safety polices. Enhancing the event client experience and bringing ideas to the table to deliver and achieve better enhancements (higher score on sustainability programme). Production of event materials along with the Operations team. Proactively manage all aspects of an event, someone who is happy to take time to listen to our customers always looking to exceed expectations. Qualifications Experience in working on conferences and exhibitions. Strong communication skills, with the ability to flex as appropriate and build strong relationships. Experience of developing and delivering new ideas and processes. Exposure to cost management, forecasting and budgeting across multiple events. Experience in working on multiple global events as a team and individually to time and budget. Ambitious, energetic, positive and inquisitive constantly looking for the upside and ways of making things better. Ideas generated, able to bring ideas to the table with confidence and deliver them through. Naturally inquisitive to achieve organizational goals. Additional Information In support of the Turkish Governments initiative to increase the representation of disabled individuals in the workplace, we actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates that consider themselves to be disabled and/or are registered with ISKUR. We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com. Our benefits include: Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks Time out: Take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too plus a day off for your birthday! Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves Company funded private medical insurance A ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder from the start of your employment, and benefit from free matching shares Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, and access to health apps and more Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application. If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.

Responsibilities

The role involves detailed management of the full event planning process, including setting timelines, managing on-site delivery, and ensuring operational requirements are met for multiple simultaneous events. Key duties include maintaining supplier relationships, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, and strictly adhering to Health & Safety policies.