Awards Engagement Executive, Money20/20 (6m FTC)

Informa Festivals marks an exciting new chapter in B2B events, bringing some of the world's most influential creative, technology and business festivals together. We’re combining prestigious brands like Cannes Lions, Black Hat, Money20/20 and London Tech Week with cutting-edge marketing intelligence platforms and advisory services to deliver unmissable experiences and insights.

Our festival-led approach reimagines traditional B2B events, creating powerful, immersive experiences that drive innovation and industry advancement. Building on decades of expertise and powered by Informa's international reach, we're shaping the next generation of business festivals.

We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100 who are #3 in Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2025 UK list. 

This role is based in our 5Howick place London Victoria office.

We're looking for an Awards Engagement Executive (6 Months FTC) to join our team in London as part of our Awards function.

Your Role: You will be the main point of contact for entrants submitting work to The Money Awards, guiding them through each stage of the entry process. You’ll play a key role in helping customers understand entry requirements, choose the right categories, and complete their submissions.

Working closely with the Awards Engagement Partner, you will implement effective strategies to engage customers, build strong relationships, and encourage entries. You’ll analyse customer behaviour and keep up to date on market trends to find ways to improve our customer engagement approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle daily customer interactions via phone, videocall and email, acting as a primary point of contact for entrants and offering clear guidance on entry requirements and category selection.
• Provide exceptional support throughout the Awards process, ensuring customers feel valued and informed.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with customers by understanding their goals and addressing their needs through ongoing communication and support.
• Promote repeat entries and positive engagement by fostering trust and long-term connections.
• Stay informed about trends and developments in fintech and financial services to better understand client needs. Share insights and feedback with your manager and team to enhance the Awards experience.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the entry system, website, and supporting materials to assist customers with both general and specific queries.
• Ensure all award entries are submitted accurately and on time, meeting all technical and quality standards.
• Maintain organised and accurate documentation of all processes and interactions - keeping records of interactions and sharing feedback.
• Manage key administrative tasks, such as processing entry withdrawals, reallocations, and deadline extensions, ensuring smooth operations.
• Act as an ambassador for the awards program, representing the brand positively and showcasing its value and credibility to potential entrants.
• Proactively engage with customers to encourage ongoing participation and loyalty.

• Strong Communication & Relationship Building: Confident communicator, skilled at engaging with customers and colleagues, offering clear guidance, and building positive, long-term relationships that drive success.
• Customer Support Experience: Previous experience in customer-facing roles like sales, marketing, or customer service, with a focus on understanding and meeting customer needs.
• Customer-Focused Mindset: Passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating positive experiences for customers throughout the Awards process.
• Effective Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to interact with a variety of stakeholders, including managers and external partners.
• Organisational Skills: Highly organised and capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines to ensure smooth delivery of programs.
• Attention to Detail: Thorough and detail-oriented, ensuring all work meets high standards and aligns with expectations.
• Industry Awareness: Interest in or knowledge of fintech or financial services is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Analytical Thinking: Able to gather feedback and contribute ideas for continuous improvement in processes and offerings.
• Professional Written English: Excellent written communication skills to deliver clear, concise, and professional materials.

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 LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• • Annual leave: 25 days per year with the option to buy or sell five extra days.

• Pension: Up to 5% matched pension, with our pension plan defaulting to sustainable options., meaning your savings are invested in ways that help rather than hinder our planet.

• Parental leave: Enhanced Primary and Co-parent parental leave once you have been with the company for 1 year+

• Health, fitness & wellbeing: Options to purchase Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Critical Illness & Health Screening. Get fit for less with discounted membership at 3,000+ of the UK’s top gym chains. Save money on fitness and beauty treatments at 2,500+ locations. Enjoy discounts on haircuts, spas, beauty salons, fitness and much more

• Charitable giving: Make regular donations to your favourite charity and use an extra day of 

annual leave every year to volunteer to a cause you feel passionate about.

• Restaurant discount card: Receive up to 50% off your meal at 6,500+ top restaurants across 

the UK.

• Flexible working: We value output, not hours. Most of our roles ask for 1-2 days a week in your nearest office. But if that’s not possible for you, let’s talk. Flexible work conversations are 

actively encouraged here and always will be.

• Life assurance: Life assurance up to 4x basic salary, subject to eligibility and insurer’s 

underwriting.

• Employee Assistance Programme: Access to a 24-hour, free and confidential advice line that 

can provide mental health, financial and wellbeing support.

• Income protection: We provide income protection at 50% of salary, subject to eligibility and 

insurer’s underwriting.

• Recommend a friend: Know someone who could come make magic happen with us? Introduce your friends or family to Ascential and earn yourself a cash reward.

• Ascential ShareSave Plans: Ascential offers all eligible people an opportunity to participate in 

the ShareSave Plan. We believe that when we succeed financially, so should you. 

• Will writing service: Option to purchase an advanced or standard will as either a single or joint will. Paid via 12 Equal instalments via net dedications.

• Cycle to work: Select a brand new bike worth up to £2,500 and spread the cost over 12 

months.

• Season ticket loan: We provide access to an interest free Season Ticket Loan of up to £10,000, tax-free

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.

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.

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