Events Engagement Associate – Defence

Updated: October 7, 2025

by The GRB Team

Graduate
Defence, Sales
Chelmsford
£24,000

Events Engagement Associate – Defence

Join a fast-growing international events business that connects senior military leaders and key stakeholders across the global defence community. For over a decade, this organisation has been delivering world-class events that influence real change in military policy, strategy, and innovation. With a reputation for curating insightful debate and high-level networking, they offer a platform where ideas are shared and decisions are shaped.

Their tight-knit and ambitious team is based in Chelmsford, Essex and they’re proud of their vibrant culture, global reach, and commitment to excellence.

Are you curious, confident, and ready to build your career in a mission-led business?

This is a phone-based role where you’ll hold engaging, high-level conversations with senior-ranking military figures from around the world. You’ll be responsible for inviting them to attend exclusive international events as VIP guests. Working from a proven outreach process, your job is to connect the right people with the right opportunities – helping drive growth while building a powerful network.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Holding daily qualitative phone conversations with senior military officers
  • Personally researching and identifying new leads across global defence sectors
  • Hitting activity and outreach targets for volume and duration
  • Becoming a key contributor to event attendance success
  • Working closely with conference production and commercial teams
  • Representing the business at international events

What Makes This Role Unique?

  • Unrivalled Access & Influence – Speak daily with some of the world’s most senior military leaders
  • Exceptional Earning Potential – £24,000 base + £18,000 commission (uncapped)
  • International Travel – Attend and represent the brand at major events across the globe
  • Career Progression – A clear path for internal promotion and fast-track growth
  • Team Culture – Join a sociable, supportive, high-energy team that works hard and celebrates success
  • Training & Mentorship – Full training, regular coaching, and one-on-one development sessions
  • Time Off & Perks – 28 days annual leave + extra December holiday, team socials, and more

Interested in kick-starting your career with impact, influence, and international exposure? Apply today and take your first step into the exciting world of defence events and strategic engagement.

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Job details

Job ID: 36504
Type: Graduate
Company: The GRB Team
Locations: Chelmsford
Salary: £24,000
Industries: Defence, Sales
Courses: Business, Economics, Environmental and Earth Sciences, Geography, Government and Politics, Law, Media and PR, Social Sciences, Sport and Exercise Science
Grade: 2:2
Updated: October 7, 2025
Closing: October 7, 2025
Starting: October 1, 2025

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