Training and Events Coordinator presso Paxton

At the heart of Paxton, we are innovators, we look for ways of harnessing new technology to provide better solutions for our customers. We're a global brand with nearly 40 years of experience, our team of over 400 employees is spread around the world.

We pride ourselves on creating a vibrant environment, with a focus on excellent company culture. Our teams make Paxton a great place to work with brilliant benefits that come with any role at Paxton, with an emphasis on career progression, training and development, and recognition of achievement for every employee.

So, what are the benefits?

• Healthcare plans, tailored by you, and a supportive employee assistance scheme. 
• Discounts and savings on everything - Pizza! Movie Tickets! Hotels! Car Rentals! And so much more. Partnered with leading brands like Costco and DisneyLand with TriNet perks.
• Quick, easy access to all your information via TriNet Mobile App – healthcare, perks, earnings, PTO and more.
• 401(k) with options for employer matching and profit share.
• Accrue 144 hours PTO annually.
• Variety of social events across the year, from Summer and Winter parties to EDI events and Charity days.
• Modern open plan offices, collaboration spaces, training rooms and onsite mini-gym!
• Recognised as one of the Best Companies to Work for in the UK, by Best Companies™.

About the role

Join our training team in Greenville where you'll coordinate and support training events across the US, working closely with sales teams and partners. You'll manage logistics, communications, and help deliver a world-class training experience.

• Coordinate quarterly training sessions in collaboration with Field Trainers and Regional Sales Managers (RSMs), ensuring dates, locations, and content are aligned.
• Support Regional Field Trainers by managing their calendars, booking travel and accommodation, and ensuring all event and travel details are accurately recorded.

• Manage all training and event listings in the Training & Events Manager system, including sending invites, tracking confirmations, managing attendance, and closing out events with certificates and feedback emails.

• Act as the main contact for venues handling bookings, negotiating contracts, arranging catering, AV, and supplies, and coordinating with vendors.

• Host regular check-in calls with sales and training teams to plan and align on upcoming training needs.

• Maintain an up-to-date cost tracker for all venue bookings and related event expenses.

• Collect feedback after each training session, update training activity and feedback spreadsheets, and share insights and leads with RSMs/ISRs to improve future events.
• Oversee the shipping and return of training and event equipment, including the Sales Kiosk program, and replace any missing or damaged items.
• Administer the Learning Management System (LMS), including user setup, reporting, and basic troubleshooting.
• Produce a monthly report summarising training activity for the senior leadership team.
• Analyse past training data to identify trends and suggest new training opportunities or locations.
• Help plan and participate in internal training team meetings, including preparing agendas and contributing to discussions.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in a customer-facing or event coordination role, with a strong focus on organisation, communication, and delivering a high standard of service.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure, using initiative to solve problems and maintain a positive, proactive approach.
• Confident working with internal and external stakeholders or customers, building strong relationships including negotiating with suppliers or venues and coordinating logistics across teams.

The right attitude is more important to us than your skills or experience. If you’re excited about a role but your existing experience doesn’t match up with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

We want to collaborate with you and hear your ideas, most of all, we want people to enjoy the journey with us. Take a look at what our team thinks of working here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WH7Pi3--zc