Conference & Events Lead – On-site at a World-Class Campus

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

The University of Strathclyde is seeking a Conference & Events Officer to lead and coordinate our busy events and conferencing service at the Glasgow campus. You will work with clients to plan details, ensure on-site delivery, and manage cross-team collaboration to deliver high-quality experiences for delegates.

This role requires professional, organised individuals with a track record in events and customer-facing service.

Qualifications

• Experience in event or venue management and a strong track record in customer-facing service delivery.
• Excellent attention to detail and sound judgement.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work with colleagues, clients and stakeholders.
• Professional, organised and confident.

Responsibilities

• Plan event details and provide on-site support throughout delivery.
• Line manage Conference Operations team and coordinate input across TIC Operations, Catering, Information Services and Estates Services.
• Develop and improve systems and processes to support high-quality, client-focused events on campus and online.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of Strathclyde’s commercial conferencing and events offer to stay relevant and profitable.

Skills

Event management

Customer service

Job description

The University of Strathclyde is seeking a Conference & Events Officer to lead and coordinate our busy events and conferencing service at the Glasgow campus. You will work with clients to plan details, ensure on-site delivery, and manage cross-team collaboration to deliver high-quality experiences for delegates.

This role requires professional, organised individuals with a track record in events and customer-facing service.