Events Officer

Brunel University of London; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel University of London seeks an Events Officer to assist in organizing and delivering a variety of events, ensuring they align with the university's strategic objectives. The role requires coordination of small and larger events, with a focus on strong communication and stakeholder collaboration. A competitive salary and a supportive environment with excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package

Discretionary University closure days

Excellent training and development opportunities

Occupational pension scheme

Health-related support

Hybrid working approach

Qualifications

• Experienced events management specialist.
• Proven ability to coordinate projects from planning to delivery.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support organisation and delivery of various events.
• Coordinate projects as directed by their line manager.
• Evaluate activities to ensure objectives alignment.

Skills

Event management

Project coordination

Liaison and communication

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The Events Officer will support the organisation and delivery of events that are part of the Brunel University of London portfolio. That role will involve coordinating projects as directed by their line manager from planning to delivery of small events and supporting on the larger core events within the portfolio. The post holder is also responsible for evaluating activities to ensure they meet objectives and are aligned with the University’s strategic plan. The events portfolio includes but is not limited to Institutional/VIP events, Graduation events, research and engagement events, recruitment events and student and staff focused events.

The postholder will be required to work closely with colleagues across the University and with external agencies and suppliers. As an experienced events management specialist, they will have a leading role in Brunel’s campus coordination activity throughout the academic year, acting as a point of liaison on all events management issues. This role will report to the Events Manager.

Directorate

Business Operations

Department

Events

Posted Date

12/06/2025

Closing Date

27/06/2025

Ref No

4853

Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary: Grade 6 from: £33,895 to £38,388 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £40,507 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting, through sustained exceptional contribution (pro-rata if part-time).

Hours: Full-time

Contract Type: Permanent

Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.

For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home

Summary

The Events Officer will support the organisation and delivery of events that are part of the Brunel University of London portfolio. That role will involve coordinating projects as directed by their line manager from planning to delivery of small events and supporting on the larger core events within the portfolio. The post holder is also responsible for evaluating activities to ensure they meet objectives and are aligned with the University’s strategic plan. The events portfolio includes but is not limited to Institutional/VIP events, Graduation events, research and engagement events, recruitment events and student and staff focused events.

The postholder will be required to work closely with colleagues across the University and with external agencies and suppliers. As an experienced events management specialist, they will have a leading role in Brunel’s campus coordination activity throughout the academic year, acting as a point of liaison on all events management issues. This role will report to the Events Manager.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Closing date for applications: 27 June

Interviews will take place on w/c 7 July

For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk

If you have any technical issues please contact us at: [e-mail]

All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment

Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.