Graduate Trainee

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.

We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.

About the Program:

At Informa Markets, we believe in nurturing talent and providing aspiring graduates like you with the platform to thrive and grow. Our Graduate Trainee Programme offers a unique blend of hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development opportunities that will empower you to make meaningful contributions to our organization from day one. Through rotational placements and exposure to diverse functions and teams, you will gain invaluable insights into our business operations while honing your skills and capabilities.

As a Graduate Trainee, you will have the chance to work alongside industry experts, collaborate on exciting projects, and network with like-minded individuals who share your passion for excellence. With a clear pathway for career progression and the support of dedicated mentors, you will be equipped to unlock your full potential and achieve your professional goals within our dynamic and inclusive workplace culture.

We invite you to embark on this rewarding journey with us and become a part of our talented team driving innovation and success in the B2B events and exhibitions industry. Your future starts here at Informa Markets Asia.

Your Journey:

Receive structured guidance and support from mentors. Undergo a 1-year program with rotations in different areas:

• Sales: Generate leads, prepare pitches, and support the sales team to drive business growth.
• Marketing: Focus in Digital Marketing, clients behavior research and analyze campaign performance.
• Event Operations: Work on logistics planning, on-site deployment, and event management.

This job description sets out the duties of the position at the time that it was drawn up. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibility entailed.

Who are we looking for?

• Recent graduate (within the past 1 year) with a degree in event management, business administration, marketing, or a related field.
• Passionate about the events industry with a strong desire to build a career in event management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with event management software is a plus.
• Excellent in both written and spoken English

Join Informa Markets Asia and gain experience in sales, marketing, and event operations. Apply now and be part of a team that delivers exceptional experiences and drives innovation in the events industry.

This job description sets out the duties of the position at the time that it was drawn up. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibility entailed.

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 at LifeAt.Informa.com.

Our benefits include:

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive and most of us balance time in the office with time working remotely
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks 
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: annual leave plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year 
• A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical cover
• A ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, access to health apps and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes 
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

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. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.