Event Assistant
- Vancouver, BC, Canada
Full-time
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Events Assistant | Full-Time | On-Site | Monday–Friday | Vancouver
We are hiring an Events Assistant to join our expanding team in Vancouver. This full-time event operations job is ideal for candidates seeking an entry-level position with genuine career progression, hands-on client experience, and comprehensive training from day one.
As an Events Assistant, you will work across a diverse portfolio of clients in hospitality, retail, arts & entertainment, and corporate sectors. You will support the logistics and execution of live events, build venue relationships, and represent leading brands across Metro Vancouver.
Events Assistant Responsibilities
In this client-facing event role, you will assist with the planning, setup, and on-site coordination of promotional events, corporate functions, and brand activations across Vancouver. You will interact directly with attendees and venue partners, acting as a lead brand ambassador to deliver seamless attendee experiences. You will also assist with run-of-show logistics, inventory tracking, and reporting event outcomes back to the senior management team.
Events Assistant Requirements
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- A professional, personable approach to guest services and venue interaction.
- Strong organizational skills, reliability, and keen attention to detail.
- A proactive attitude and eager interest in building a career in event management.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; background in hospitality or admin is a plus.
- No prior event planning experience required, as full comprehensive training is provided.
Why Apply for This Events Assistant Job in Vancouver?
- Consistent Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday schedule providing weekends off to enjoy Pacific Northwest living.
- Comprehensive Mentorship: Structured onboarding, hands-on field training, and continuous professional development.
- Multi-Sector Exposure: Gain event management experience across commercial, entertainment, and corporate sectors.
- Clear Progression: Defined career pathways for advancement into Events Coordinator, Event Director, and Account Management roles.
- Prime Vancouver Location: Work at the center of a thriving West Coast cultural and business hub.
How to Apply
If you are searching for Events Assistant jobs in Vancouver, entry-level event management roles, or full-time event execution positions, we would love to hear from you. Submit your resume today. Interviews are currently being scheduled on a rolling basis.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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Responsibilities
Assist with planning, setup, and on-site coordination of promotional events, corporate functions, and brand activations across Vancouver. Support event logistics, attendee and venue interactions, inventory tracking, and reporting outcomes to senior management.
Requirements
Requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, a professional approach to guest services, organization, reliability, and attention to detail. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; hospitality or administrative experience is a plus, but prior event planning experience is not required because training is provided.
Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Guest Services
- Event Planning
- Event Coordination
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Client Relations
- Venue Relations
- Inventory Tracking
- Event Reporting
- Brand Representation
- Logistics Coordination
Benefits
- Weekends Off
- Comprehensive Training
- Mentorship
- Professional Development
- Career Progression
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Hospitality
- Marketing
- Customer Service & Support
- Administrative
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Event Operations
- Event Planning
- Event Setup
- On-Site Coordination
- Promotional Events
- Corporate Functions
- Brand Activations
- Client Experience
- Attendee Experience
- Guest Services
- Venue Relationships
- Brand Ambassador
- Run-of-Show Logistics
- Inventory Tracking
- Event Outcome Reporting
- Hospitality
- Retail
- Arts And Entertainment
- Corporate Events
- Event Management
- Account Management
- Professional Development