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Ten years in events careers!
New Year Career Resolutions - What are yours?
New kid in town?
No smoke without fire
Costing the earth
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Ten years in events careers!

Regan & Dean is celebrating ten years in events careers this year and it's amazing how much has changed in the sector over the last decade. From a discipline, which was mainly about production and logistics, we are now seeing events as part of the mainstream marketing mix. Consequently, over the last ten years there has been an explosion in both the types of events being produced - and the sorts of companies that now have a slice of the action. Events are no longer the sole domain of specialist agencies but are now part of advertising and marketing agency service offerings and many of the major corporates now have in house event departments. Developments such as experiential marketing, the evolving use of technology and the increasingly sophisticated nature of the sector has meant that the profession itself is much more mainstream - universities are now offering degrees in event management - a development that would have been unheard of 10 years ago. People used to "fall" into events but it is now much more of an aspirational career choice. But it is still not an easy sector to get into - core skills and specific sector experience have become increasingly important - and using a specialist recruiter who really understands the events industry is essential.

Check out our latest events vacancies at www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

New Year Career Resolutions - What are yours?

Well here we are in 2007 - a time for new year's resolutions - did you know that most people have broken theirs by the third week of January? How many have you broken so far? Here at Regan & Dean's office support division we have been putting our heads together to come up with some career new year resolutions:

• Put exercise or other personal activities on top of your to do list. Regardless of your workload, make some time to do something that you enjoy. Why? Because you will be more productive during your working hours and you'll feel better.
• Learn a new computer skill - technology is evolving all the time and learning a new skill will keep you ahead of the game in the career stakes.
• Ask your manager for feedback - ask for a few concrete examples of things you are doing well and areas in which you could improve.
• Assess what you like doing - make a list of all the projects you worked on during last year and identify ways of getting more of the same.
• Undertake an honest assessment of your current role - pros, cons, likes and dislikes and decide whether to develop your role with your current employer - or explore other opportunities.

Check out our latest office support roles at www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

New kid in town

Whatever your level of experience or qualification, sooner or later you are going to be faced with the scenario of starting a new job and even if you're normally the most confident person in the world, it's always daunting to walk into that office on the first day and not know anyone. So how should you prepare?

Make sure you get an early night - I've heard some real gems during my recruitment career such as the young lady who, on the first morning of her induction course, was asked to do some reading in a conference room - an hour later she was found fast asleep!

In terms of your induction day, you are bound to be introduced to a lot of people - and even though it will seem like information overload try to look interested and listen to what they have to say. While it might be seen as a bit "swotty" to make notes while they are speaking it's worth scribbling down a few lines immediately afterwards so that next time you meet you can refer to something you know about them. It'll also help you remember names.

As a new hire, you are going to be at your most vulnerable in the first few weeks of a new position. A huge percentage of unsuccessful hires within probationary periods are due to people "not fitting in" no matter how good their work is. So how do you ensure that the welcome mat doesn't lead to the revolving door? First, don't underestimate the water cooler effect - get to know your peers, go for those Friday night drinks - have lunch with people. It's important in any new organisation to build a support network. Additionally, try and make a demonstrable "hit" in your first three months - cutting down the time it takes to get the management accounts out for example, so that you can show an immediate perceived value. Oh! - and offer to do the coffee run - always popular!

It's a bit like starting school; those early impressions, can really stick. And the stakes can be high. Failure to create the right impression during those all important first few months can mean a real uphill battle for the rest of your time in the job. By working hard at building credibility and securing some early wins you'll be laying a firm foundation for longer-term success.

Check out our latest roles at www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

No smoke without fire

The new regulations on smoking in public places are likely to have a big impact on the workplace and although the legislation doesn't come into force until July, legal opinion seems to suggest that companies should be making preparations now. From July 1 anyone wishing to smoke will have to do so outside the work premises which raises obvious issues of both company image and litter - so now could be as good a time as any to give up! According to employment law specialists at Glovers solicitors it makes sense for any employers who do not have a non smoking policy to adopt a consultative approach in order to ease employees into a non smoking environment before the legislation takes effect. Employers will also have to display statutory "no smoking allowed" signs and can be fined up to £1000 by environmental health officers for not doing so. If an employer fails to prevent smoking in a smoke free place, they risk a fine of up to £2500. Are you ready? ACAS gives some useful pointers for those who have no policy in place. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=696

Costing the earth

According to a recent survey among marketing and PR professionals, going green and working towards carbon neutral status is a marketing must. Minimising the use of natural resources such as energy and paper - without compromising business efficiency - is a challenge we all face. The "carbon footprint" is a term with which we are all becoming increasingly familiar and we are seeing ethical values and corporate responsibility - and the ways that these values are marketed - having a major impact on recruitment and retention issues. According to web marketing company Webex, almost two thirds of British workers think it is important that the organisation they work for is environmentally friendly and a good corporate citizen, yet half say their employers are shirking this responsibility. The study also highlighted that although 63% of workers would be prepared to change their working habits in order to reduce their carbon footprint, there is a lack of understanding of the steps that need to be taken. The marketing department can take a definite lead in this by communicating the benefits of carbon neutrality to all the company's stakeholders - both internal and external. You only need to see the amount of positive publicity received by Marks & Spencer this month following Chief Executive Stuart Rose's public commitment to achieving carbon neutral status in the next five years. And it will do no harm to take the business case to the powers that be that some suppliers are chosen not only for their services, but also for their stance on corporate social responsibility. For information about becoming a low carbon business, log onto www.carbontrust.co.uk.

To check out our latest marketing roles go to http://www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

We want your views

This is our sixth newsletter. We have had a lot of positive feedback so far from many of you but would like to canvass your views more formally.

For instance, would you like to see more or less about: -

• General topical issues
• Our current vacancies
• Industry issues
• Marketing
• Events
• Office support
• Legal & changes in legislation
• Career improvement guides

Please let us know what you find useful, what you'd like to see more (or less) of in 2007 and any ideas you may have that would improve the way in which we communicate with you, send your email to newsletter@regananddean.co.uk

Jobs Update

At Regan & Dean, we are constantly working to bring you the best choice of opportunities. Here you'll find just a small selection of the positions we are currently handling. For details of all our roles, which are updated daily, visit: www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

EVENTS ROLES

Live Event Producer - Agency - London (West) - £40-45k

This established agency are looking for a Live Event Producer to join their team - the agency have a great portfolio of clients, and are known for their creative edge. As Producer you'll have full client and production control as you deliver live communications projects and events. You'll enjoy building strong client relationships and understanding your client's business needs - as well as being able to calmly lead them through any crisis! Likewise you'll be able to lead your internal team - from creatives to technical - to ensure your projects are delivered creatively and successfully - and within budget! This is really friendly team - good in-house resources and support - looking for someone who can bring experience and ideas and mentor junior producers. You'll need a good agency/freelance track record of working across a variety of events and clients. Good agency - good clients - and a good time to join! GT5862. Email events@regananddean.co.uk

Account Director - Experiential Agency - London - £Excellent

Leading experiential agency, working with some our most well known consumer brands is looking for a great account handler. You'll be planning and developing event strategy, generating creative event concepts and ideas to promote the brand, and then overseeing the successful delivery and measurement of all activities. You'll need great marketing and brand understanding, together with strong event production skills (festival/youth/press launch/consumer). If you enjoy building strong client relationships, understanding consumer markets and delivering creative brand activity flawlessly, then get in touch now to find our more about this great opportunity. KP5874. Email events@regananddean.co.uk

We are also currently recruiting for ..… Senior Event Director - £65k ..... Exec. Producer - £55k ..... Account Director - Integrated Communications Agency - £50k ….. Event Manager - Legal - £45k ..... Senior Account Manager - Oxon - £40k ..... Production Manager - £40k .... C&I Account Manager - £35k ...... Exhibition Project Manager - Oxon - £30k ..... Technical Project Manager - £30k ..... Event Co-ordinator - Association - £28k ..... Agency Account Co-ordinator - £23k ..... This is just a small selection of our current roles within Events - click here to see our full current vacancy listing - www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

MARKETING ROLES

Marketing Director - Consumer Events - London - £40K

Are you an ambitious Marketer looking for the next move? Join this top Events Agency who create consumer brand experiences with expertise in large-scale events and exhibitions and a wealth of experience in operations, logistics and brand experience. They are a company who are creating an excellent name in delivering first class brand experience events. Are you a marketing professional who can manage and deliver these exciting and complex campaigns, building first class relations with the big media players? The level of work and the projects that need to be undertaken require you to have experience in delivering big campaigns and working against brand objectives. You will be driving campaigns, closely monitoring and measuring their effectiveness. You need to be an ideas person as will be closely involved with the event management team and therefore new ways and new ideas are key to successfully promoting the event. It is essential that you have experience on large-scale events and/or consumer exhibitions. Strong leadership skills and a confident personality are needed to motivate, mentor and guide the team. JH5820. Email marketing@regananddean.co.uk

Design Agency - Project Manager - London - £30-35k

Creative thinker for client facing project management role. Join this independently owned design agency with an unrivalled reputation within corporate and retail design. Bring your creative flair, and expertise in brand trends and consumer behaviours to generate ideas and solutions for your clients. Fantastic role working alongside designers and the creative director. You will be fully immersed in taking and reviewing briefs, managing resources, proposal writing, presenting work and being in control of financial aspects of projects. Excellent budget and scheduling experience is imperative. Your passion for the industry and first class communication skills will see you growing existing business and securing new clients. Excellent opportunity for a hands on, team oriented project manager looking for the next step. JH5869. Email marketing@regananddean.co.uk

We are also currently recruiting for ….. Account Manager - Integrated Technology Marketing Agency - £25-30k ….. Web Developer - Marketing Agency - £32k ….. Marketing & Promotions Manager - Casino - £30k ….. Marketing Studio Manager - Textiles - £30-35k ….. Assistant Marketing Manager - Publishing - £26-28k …... Marketing Manager - Travel Exhibitions - £30k ….. Web Marketing Manager - Association - £26k (contract) ….. Click here to see our full current vacancy listing - www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

OFFICE SUPPORT ROLES

PA to Creative Directors - Broadcast - London - £27K

Leading broadcast company is looking for a highly organised PA to support the Creative Director. You will play a key role in managing the smooth running of schedules and day-to-day office activities. This is a highly creative environment and the role requires a strong level of prioritisation and excellent organisational skills. On a daily basis you will manage busy diaries, organise travel both nationally and internationally, format documents, source creative showreels, deal with expenses and use your excellent minute taking skills when co-ordinating and attending meetings. Amazing opportunity for a confident and discreet PA, with experience of working in a fast paced environment, ideally within a creative company and advanced Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills. Excellent benefits. LT5852. Email office@regananddean.co.uk

PA/Marketing Assistant - Events/Exhibitions - London - £25K

Fantastic opportunity for a PA/Marketing Assistant to work within this international exhibitions company. Get involved with a variety of projects, ranging from direct marketing, business development and research, through to helping maximise coverage of exhibitions overseas via PR and press releases. You will work alongside the sales team, implement and develop marketing plans, manage monthly sales reports, budgets and liaise with government bodies and trade associations. Excellent communication and the ability to multi-task is key. LT5853. Email office@regananddean.co.uk

We are also currently recruiting for ..... IT Manager - Integrated Marketing Agency - Up to £40K ..… Senior PA - Sports Event Agency - £30-40K ….. Office Manager - Retail Design - Up to £30K ….. Executive PA/HR - Events agency - £27-28K ….. Office Manager/Front of house - Integrated Communications Agency - £25K ….. Team Assistant - Research/Marketing Agency - £24K ….. HR Assistant - Integrated Communications Agency - Up to £24K …... PA for Digital Team - Creative Headhunters - £24K ….. Team Assistant - Media Planning Agency - £21K ….. Events Assistant - Publishing Co. - £18K ….. This is just a small selection of our roles within Office Support - click here to see our full current vacancy listing - www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

SALES ROLES

Senior Sales Manager - Conferences - £28-43k

Brand new position! Exciting and challenging new business development role within leading independent professional conference and exhibition organisers.

Our client has over 20 years experience in organising and producing international conferences and exhibitions. As part of a global group they are looking to expand their corporate client base. They are widely acknowledged and are a friendly, professional team with two UK offices. Using your events industry experience, and with a view to developing a team, you will research and develop new conference and events business, creating new leads plus working from their extensive, existing database. You will be encouraged to attend events and as such, be flexible enough to assist where necessary. If you enjoy working within the events industry, are target driven and strongly motivated, and would relish the challenge of developing a small team within a larger group, then please apply to us now. NL5818. Email sales@regananddean.co.uk

Account Manager - Leading London Venue - £30k

Excellent opportunity to join this leading venue as their Account Manager working on a growing sector within their events sales team. Comfortable with both warm and cold leads you will be working autonomously in the handling of detailed event proposals, sales and account management. Pro-actively focusing on the sales of conferences, meetings and bespoke events for this new sector, you will identify new clients by researching the sector event market and then establishing strong relations through face-to-face meetings, account management and business related social events. Enhancing repeat business, generating and securing new business and building strong relationships is key. If you have proven account management experience - can seek and create new business leads, plus are able to demonstrate a consistency in converting enquiries into sales - you are the person we are looking for, so please send in your CV today! KP5781. Email sales@regananddean.co.uk

Other opportunities include ….. Sales Account Manger - Agency - £25-38k ….. Senior Sales Manager - Conference Production - £28-43k ….. Sales Manager -Technical Production - £36k ….. Sales Sponsorship Managers - 25- 80k ….. Business Development Manager - Agency - £38k ….. Click here to see our full current vacancy listing - www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

Contractors/Freelancers/Temps

We have a number of freelance/contract and temporary vacancies in events, marketing and office support. Contact events@regananddean.co.uk, marketing@regananddean.co.uk or office@regananddean.co.uk for details. For a full current vacancy listing visit http://www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

This is just a small selection of the vacancies we have on offer - for full details visit http://www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

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