Event Manager

Membership Bespoke; London; Hybrid; GBP 37,800 - 46,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Generous contributory pension scheme

Remote working opportunities

Job summary

A leading membership organization is looking for an experienced Events Manager for a 12-month maternity cover contract in London. The successful candidate will manage around 60 events annually, which includes seminars, dinners, and workshops. This role requires excellent planning and communication skills, with opportunities for remote working. Competitive salary of £42,000 per annum plus 22 days' holiday and pension scheme are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a variety of events.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end logistics for 60 events annually.
• Coordinate venue sourcing and marketing efforts.
• Liaise with members and stakeholders.

Skills

Highly organised

Excellent planning skills

Experienced in event management

Confident and personable

Able to communicate with senior stakeholders

Flexible and adaptable

Proactive attitude

Comfortable using webinar platforms

Tools

Webinar platforms

Social media management tools

Website management tools

Job description

Base pay range

Events Manager (Maternity Cover FTC)

London - hybrid

Fixed Term Contract – 12 months

Full Time

£42,000 per annum

Are you an experienced Events Manager looking for your next challenge? We’re seeking a dynamic, organised, and motivated individual to join a small but dedicated team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a varied programme of events for a leading professional membership body.

About the Role

As Events Manager, you will take the lead in delivering around 60 events annually, ranging from seminars, dinners, and lunches to webinars and workshops. Based remotely, you’ll be the driving force behind sourcing London venues, coordinating logistics, managing event marketing, and liaising with attendees, members, and stakeholders.

The role also involves supporting regional boards in delivering their events, ensuring smooth administration and coordination. You’ll attend all London-based events (including early mornings and evenings) as well as selected regional events.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of seminars, dinners, webinars, and workshops
• Venue sourcing and supplier liaison for London events
• Marketing and promotion of events across multiple channels
• Supporting regional boards with administration and coordination
• Attending and overseeing London events and select regional dinners/lunches
• Ensuring a high-quality experience for members and guests

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised, with excellent planning skills
• Experienced in event management, both in-person and online
• Confident, personable, and able to communicate with senior stakeholders
• Able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines without losing attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable, with a proactive attitude
• Comfortable using webinar platforms, social media, and website management tools
• Salary: £42,000 per annum
• 22 days’ holiday (FTE) plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Remote working with regular opportunities to attend events and network with professionals

To apply for this role please send us your CV and indicate your notice period.

Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to contact successful applicants. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please deem your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.

Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. Membership Bespoke positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Membership Bespoke is the most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm in the UK, with 10+ years of experience delivering tailored permanent, temporary, interim, and Executive Search recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies.

Employment type: Contract

Job function: General Business, Administrative, and Marketing

Industries: Non-profit Organizations, Financial Services, and Real Estate

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