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PArty PArty
Ageism legislation - debunking the myths
Developing event talent - the chicken and egg scenario
Digital and online marketing - it's a talent war
Boss the boss
Jobs update
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The role of the office support professional is developing all the time - and not least when it comes to organising Christmas. According to a recent survey of our office support candidates, over a quarter are responsible for organising the Christmas party and almost two thirds have some involvement in sourcing and choosing corporate Christmas gifts for clients. With the festive season just around the corner, if your company hasn't planned anything then it may be a good chance for you to take ownership of a Christmas project and show just how good your planning and organising skills are. And of course, have a bit of fun while at the same time impressing your boss! Today's support staff are multi taskers who can have responsibility for office management tasks such as maintenance and managing contractors, organising events and conferences, project management and hiring staff as well as marketing, HR and presentation planning. Consequently the traditional office support position can now be much more of a stepping stone to a line role. Getting a foot in the door is often the key. Temporary assignments, for example, can be a good way to do this as you may be given the opportunity to realise your potential, once your interest in other areas has been expressed - at the very least you will have gained transferable organisational and computing skills. The role of the secretary, PA and Administrator has changed - roles are much less clearly defined and there is far more scope today to develop careers in other areas. Employers are increasingly looking for wider and more varied skill sets - skills that are easily transferable into junior and middle management.

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

Ageism legislation - debunking the myths

The long anticipated age discrimination legislation is finally here - and with it a whole raft of myths surrounding what can and can't be done. There are obviously a few "grey" areas (excuse the pun) - particularly around the use of 'ageist' language in recruitment advertisements and until there is some definitive case law established, it's wise to err on the side of caution. In the meantime, we thought it was timely to debunk some of the more obvious myths:

Myth: The new laws have been brought in to protect 'older' workers.
Fact: Although much of the press coverage has centred on 'older' workers, discrimination on the basis of any age - whether that's 16 or 65 - will be illegal.

Myth: The legislation only applies to the recruitment of new staff.
Fact: It is important to appreciate that the law covers the whole employment relationship including recruitment, training, promotion, retirement and redundancy and applies to all workers.

Myth: I can recruit someone who is going to fit in with the profile of my existing team.
Fact: Just because you have a young team does not mean that you can recruit the same sort of age profile on the basis that he or she will "fit in".

Myth: The legislation has been introduced because of meddling do-gooders in Brussels.
Fact: The UK has an ageing workforce - soon there will be more people over state pension age than under the age of 16. Additionally the UK has under performing pensions and there is now a general acceptance of the need to work longer.

To keep up to date with the latest developments click through to www.agepositive.gov.uk

Developing Event Talent - "The chicken and egg scenario"

We all know that the event management sector has really come of age in recent years and that events have become ever more sophisticated - as has the skill sets that are needed. The events management sector is now a true profession and consequently companies have to start being more innovative in the way that they develop and nurture talent. One of the ways that we feel this could be developed is through a wider use of the work placement scheme throughout the industry. In the main, in order to begin a career in event management, you need experience - and to get experience you need a job - it's a real chicken and egg situation. Take the example of Naomi Venables who has worked in the live events sector for 24 years and has been Head of Creative Production at many of the major agencies. She now runs a training consultancy called "Simply Communicate" for the events sector and agrees with Regan & Dean that work placements and continuous training has to be the answer. "When I was at college I had a work placement at a leading events agency and have never looked back. It was an awesome opportunity to watch the experts at work while having minimal responsibility for delivering anything!" She also agrees that in order to develop skills and nurture talent, then on going training is vital: "While the majority of learning happens 'on project' you cannot underestimate the value of giving your teams time out to learn anything from basic skills (e.g. showcalling, how to run effective rehearsals, jargon busting, writing effective contact reports, presentation skills etc) right through to more advanced skills developed through role play or tutoring over a period of time." Offering continuous training to help people develop their skills not only makes good business sense - it's also a great recruitment and retention tool. Whichever route is taken, it works best when the trainer and the agency work together to create a tailored course (rather than off the shelf) - whether that be external or internal training. The investment will undoubtedly benefit the individual, the company and the events industry as a whole.

For the latest event management vacancies go to: www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

Digital and online marketing - it's a talent war

A recent report in Campaign magazine warned that talent shortage would be the biggest barrier to growth in the digital age as the dotcom crash of a few years ago meant that many companies put the brakes on digital until fairly recently. According to recent figures from Yogi, UK consumers now spend an average of 23 hours a week online which has resulted in traditional media budgets being revised down and internet marketing budgets being revised up. Many companies are consequently seeking strategic digital partners to deliver ambitious on line international marketing projects. The result? A huge growth in online and digital marketing and the resulting need for individuals with the right sort of experience. With a reported 60-70% annual growth in online and digital over the past couple of years, marketing agencies need to be looking at training and developing their staff in the light of the digital explosion - and for all you marketing professionals who have digital and online marketing experience - the world really is your oyster. Campaign also reports on agencies "cannibalising its own resources" and a culture of "counter bidding" to keep staff - if you are in this situation it may be worth reading our advice guide on counter offers which can be found at www.regananddean.co.uk/guides.php .

For the latest roles in marketing go to: www.regananddean.com/vacancies.php

Boss the boss

In our last newsletter we covered the transition to a management role - but what about when you need to manage your boss? If you are having problems getting your manager to buy into your ideas it may be that you are failing to communicate with him or her on their own terms - in other words - you're failing to "manage up". No matter what your position in the company, you need to speak the same language and to focus on the factors that matter to the person you want to influence. This is essential to career development success generally as at some point, you'll come across a boss, a colleague or a client who may be difficult to relate to or influence. Here's Regan & Dean's top tips on managing up:

• Understand your manager's objectives - and how they fit into the company's overall goals.
• When presenting ideas, include your manager's goals and objectives - usually those that will improve the bottom line - and ask yourself how your ideas will benefit the team, the company and your manager!
• Don't commit career suicide by not knowing what your manager's pet hates are - being late, sloppy spelling, rude jokes etc.
• Don't go to your boss with a problem if you haven't spent time out thinking of possible solutions. It will impress your manager if you go to them with a tricky issue and then suggest ways to resolve it.
• Use a human touch: Whether you love them or hate them, bosses are people too. They have bad days, they worry about their personal lives. Don't assume that every bad mood or snappish remark is really about you.

For more advice on handling your boss and other career tips click through to www.regananddean.co.uk/guides.php

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 Producers - Agency - London - £35-50k

This leading live event agency is looking for two new Producers to come on board and work in their busy team, one at senior level. You'll be working across the full range of live event solutions, from sales conferences to exhibitions, and everything in between, plus associated and standalone multi-media projects. You'll bring great production experience, creativity and your natural client relationship building skills. This is a busy and friendly agency, who pride themselves in delivering creative and exciting live events to a broad range of clients. AD5679

Deputy Head of Events - Financial Corporate - to £58k + benefits

Leading blue-chip is looking for an innovative, creative events professional to join their experienced team. You'll be dealing at the highest level of senior management, working with a strategic focus, and able to bring an innovative and creative approach to the planning and execution of the programme of events. Your expertise will lie in translating commercial dynamics into value-led business events. Leading and developing the team, and deputising for the head of events as required, you'll have proven leadership skills, be strong on resource planning, plus be able to demonstrate great breadth and depth of event experience, from hospitality and hi-end client events to conferences and roadshows. So, if you're an experienced events professional, looking for a new and exciting challenge then this is a fantastic opportunity to utilise your skills in a prestigious arena. GT3584

We are also currently recruiting for ..… Creative Director - Dubai-based Events Agency - £60k+ ..... Account Director - Integrated Communications Agency - £50k ….. Account Director - C&I Agency - £40k+ ..... Senior Account Manger - C&I Agency - £35k ..... Technical Project Manager - Production House - £28 -35k ..... Event Manager - Venue - £28-33k ...... Project Manager - Events Agency - £25k ..... Producer - Commercial Events - £25k ….. Junior Production Manager - Live Event Agency - £25k ..... Event Organiser - Publishing - £18k + bonus ..... This is just a small selection of our current roles within Events - click here to see our full current vacancy listing - www.regananddean.co.uk

MARKETING ROLES

Marketing Manager - Exhibitions - London - £30k

Prestigious international exhibition company has a fantastic opportunity for a marketing manager to join the London Head Office. You will be involved in varied projects from producing printed marketing communications material, managing the website content and producing an in house magazine. You will need to be able to manage lots of different relationships externally and internally so strong communication skills are needed. An interest in developing new ways of doing things is important, as you will be developing presentations and literature. There are lots of deadlines and project juggling so strong time management is essential. Someone with bags of initiative, a self-starter with strong team experience is needed. B2B marketing experience is essential. This is an excellent company to work for who are very well regarded. Good benefits package and opportunities to travel! JH5666

Account Manager - Brand and Design Agency - £35k

Brand Design agency in Central London have a fantastic opportunity for an account manager to lead a top client account. This is a highly innovative and creative company whose clients include famous names from fashion to events. As account manager you will find yourself in a high profile client facing role meeting regularly to discuss projects, strategy and direction. You will play a key role with the client, shaping the advertising and running the show. This is an established piece of business that has grown directly as a result of successful work with this agency. They need a commercial account handler with good project management skills to build long-term relationships and work on exciting, online, advertising and print campaigns. You will work closely with the in-house designers, production and oversee and manage freelance copywriters. Projects range from brand strategy and positioning through to point of sale, digital work, ideas and concepts. Amazing opportunity to be part of an agency that is really going places. JH5690

Other roles include ..… Marketing Executive - Drinks Association - £20-£21k ….. Freelance Marketing Communications Executive - Property Consultants - £30k ….. Project Manager - Integrated Communications Agency - £35k ….. Production Manager - Integrated Agency - £30k ….. Account Manager - Advertising & Design Agency - £30k ….. Account Manager - Healthcare Communications Agency - £30k...... Click here to see our full current vacancy listing - www.regananddean.co.uk

OFFICE SUPPORT ROLES

PA - Integrated Advertising Agency - London - £28-30K

Hugely successful advertising/design agency are looking for a PA to support the busy Chairman and CEO at their London offices. This is a great role for someone dependable and forward thinking. Liaising with offices all over the world, you will have the ability to use your own initiative and react constructively to problems, whilst keeping a cool head under pressure! On a daily basis you will manage diaries, organise travel, create and format documents as well as other ad-hoc duties that may be asked of you. They are a small team but very close-knit and need a real team player. Fantastic opportunity to work for this lovely company for someone with a proven PA background and very strong diary/travel management experience. Advanced PowerPoint a must. AH5124

Team Co-ordinator - International Media Agency - London - £24-27K

International media agency is looking for a highly organised team co-ordinator with advanced PowerPoint skills to support this hugely successful team. Use your excellent organisational skills to co-ordinate diaries, organise travel and accommodation, format documents and create top-notch PP presentations enhanced with an injection of the X-Factor! Get involved with organising training sessions including event management aspects such as distributing invitations, liaising with suppliers, setting up rooms and arranging catering. Other duties will include updating media databases and Internet sites, researching, ensuring magazine subscriptions are up to date and processing invoices. Media experience an advantage. Fantastic benefits include life assurance, private health cover plus social events held throughout the year! AH5665

We are also currently recruiting for ..... Sales/Admin - Design Agency - £20-25K ........ Creative Assistant/Co-ordinator - Digital Marketing Agency - £21-23K ........ Team PA - Live Events/Communications Consultancy - £18-22k .…… Receptionist - Branding Agency - £16k ….. This is just a small selection of our roles within Office Support - click here to see our full current vacancy listing - www.regananddean.co.uk

SALES ROLES

Sales & Marketing Manager - Live Events - London £40k + bonus

Leading live events agency is looking for a Sales and Marketing Manager to join their team and take responsibility for developing their new business opportunities. Developing strong relationships with new and existing clients, you will also be gathering knowledge on target sectors, monitoring national press and research tools, and giving support for sector specific mailshots. Your role will encompass pulling together high quality solutions for client meetings, matching the correct team for the brief, and seamlessly handing the relationship to the client services team. With proven experience of working in a live events agency in a new business and marketing capacity, you will have an excellent telephone manner, strong interpersonal skills, superb copy writing expertise, plus be self motivated and proactive. NL5597

Senior Business Development Manager - Creative Communications - London - £30-40k

Senior Business Development professional to join established new business team at leading creative communications agency. Based within the account management team in a lively environment, your role will be to secure new business for the communications team from print design, copywriting and digital design. This role is for a high achieving, tenacious business developer. You will be hands on, keen to be involved in all stages of the sales process, from lead generation through to pitching and clinching deals! Experience of presenting at a senior level is critical as you will be managing tenders and working closely with creative teams to deliver pitches in tight deadlines. We want to hear from people who have a strong selling focus with knowledge of online and offline media. An understanding of the creative and design business is essential as well as expertise in writing technical and creative proposals. JH5671

Other opportunities include ….. Head of New Business - Venue - London - £30k ….. Business Development Manager - Entertainment Events - London - £30-40k .…. Sponsorship Sales manager - B2B conferences - Overseas - B2B - £30-70k .…. Sales Manager - Exhibitions - London - £40k ….. Event Sales Manager - Agency - London - £25-35k ….. Click here to see our full current vacancy listing - www.regananddean.co.uk

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

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