Corporate Events and Alumni Co-ordinator

Education Partnership North East; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution in the North East is seeking a Corporate Events and Alumni Co-ordinator in Sunderland. The role involves planning and executing corporate events, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and managing alumni relations. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and a proven ability in event planning. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming lives through outstanding education and support for their communities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in planning and delivering corporate events.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a corporate events plan aligned with EPNE's strategic priorities.
• Plan, co-ordinate and execute high-profile events such as VIP visits.
• Lead the development of an alumni engagement framework across colleges.

Skills

Event planning

Stakeholder management

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Relevant qualification or experience in related field

Job description

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Education Partnership North East

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Sunderland, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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About Education Partnership North East (EPNE)

Education Partnership North East (EPNE) is a leading college group, comprising Hartlepool Sixth Form College, Sunderland College and Northumberland College. Recognised as a top-performing college group in the region (NARTs 2023-24, 16-18 student achievement), EPNE delivers qualifications to over 16,500 students at campuses from Berwick-upon-Tweed to the Tees Valley. In 2024, the group was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in all areas, a remarkable milestone in a remarkable journey.

At EPNE our ‘purpose’ is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do.

Our Purpose is to “unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training”. Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve.

We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework “The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make” represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth.

Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action-orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow, join our changemaking community now.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which EPNE was graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding

About the Candidate

We are seeking a Corporate Events and Alumni Coordinator who embodies our core values of Courage, Authenticity, Respect, and Excellence in every interaction. The ideal candidate is a dynamic relationship-builder with strong interpersonal and listening skills, capable of engaging a diverse range of stakeholders—from corporate partners to alumni—with professionalism and warmth.

You’ll need the ability to convey information clearly, manage multiple priorities with a solution-focused mindset, and bring creativity and precision to event planning and alumni engagement initiatives.

About the Role

Our award-winning and dynamic Marketing and Engagement team plays a crucial role in driving student recruitment and boosting the group’s reputation as an outstanding education provider in the region. The team is responsible for a wide range of activities, including marketing, communications, events, student recruitment, admissions, information services, market insights and more. We provide an outstanding service to internal and external stakeholders including prospective students, their parents/carers, stakeholders and our community. Recruiting thousands of students each year, we enhance the student journey by creating impactful campaigns, leveraging marketing tools, embracing new trends, harnessing data-driven analytics, and organising a calendar of events which showcase the very best our colleges have to offer.

The Corporate Events and Alumni Co-ordinator is responsible for the planning, development, and delivery of a dynamic programme of corporate events and alumni relations initiatives that reflect and advance the mission and brand of Education Partnership North East. This role plays a pivotal part in enhancing stakeholder engagement, strengthening external partnerships, and building a thriving alumni community. Working closely with the VP and Head of Communications, the post holder will work collaboratively across the organisation, lead on corporate event management, alumni engagement strategies, and contribute to EPNE’s wider communications and partnership objectives.

Role Responsibilities

Deliver a corporate events plan aligned with EPNE's strategic priorities

Plan, co-ordinate and execute high-profile events such as VIP visits, awards events and senior briefings

Lead the development and implementation of an alumni engagement framework across EPNE colleges

Develop campaigns and communications to reconnect with former students, showcasing alumni achievements to inspire current learners and support institutional goals

As part of a small communications team, support with internal and external communications activity as required

Qualifications

Relevant qualification or experience in a related field

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience in planning and delivering corporate events

Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

A natural relationship-builder who thrives in cross-functional environments

Desirable Skills & Experience

Previous experience working in the education sector

Safeguarding Statement

Education Partnership North East is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.