Membership Development Officer - Part Time - 29 hours per week

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE); England; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Pension contributions of up to 8%

Employee assistance line

Cycle to work scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym memberships through Gym

Job summary

A global membership organization in civil engineering seeks a Membership Development Officer to provide guidance to aspiring members and promote membership enrollment. In this part-time role, you will engage with professionals and educational institutions, supporting their journey to professional qualification. The position is hybrid, based primarily in London, offering opportunities to influence the future of civil engineering.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or with equivalent experience in civil engineering, professional development, or training.
• Strong communicator with excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Flexible, with a willingness to travel and work occasional evenings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver initiatives to attract and retain a diverse range of members.
• Provide one-to-one and group support—both online and in person.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, advising them on professional development and mentoring opportunities.
• Engage with colleges and universities to inspire and support the next generation of civil engineers.
• Collaborate closely with fellow Membership Development Officers to ensure a consistent and high-quality approach across the team.
• Maintain accurate records in ICE’s membership databases.

Skills

Strong communicator

Technically proficient in MS Office

Passionate about professional development

Education

Degree level education or equivalent experience

EngTech, IEng, or CEng desirable

Tools

MS Office

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Location: Hybrid – London

About Us

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is a global membership organisation with over 97,000 members and more than two centuries of history. As a centre of engineering excellence, we qualify civil engineers, support lifelong professional development, and assure society that the infrastructure shaping our world is safe, sustainable, and well-designed.

Our community of experts also provides trusted, impartial advice to policymakers on how to build and adapt infrastructure for a better future.

The Role

The focus of the Membership Development Officer (MDO) role is to provide support and guidance to aspiring and current members of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) in the London and South East area. This involves meeting potential members in groups or individually (face-to-face and online) and explaining the various routes to help them get professionally qualified at the appropriate level. Current members may need advice on progressing their professional qualifications. The role includes the opportunity to interface with a broad spectrum of Civil Engineering related employer organisations and educational establishments. The role will predominately be supporting aspiring and current members based in the London Region, but also extending to counties immediately outside depending on home location London.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver initiatives to attract and retain a diverse range of members, including technicians and apprentices.
• Promote ICE membership through targeted outreach activities and events.
• Provide one-to-one and group support—both online and in person—to individuals at various stages of their professional qualification journey.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, advising them on professional development and mentoring opportunities.
• Engage with colleges and universities to inspire and support the next generation of civil engineers.
• Collaborate closely with fellow Membership Development Officers to ensure a consistent and high-quality approach across the team.
• Maintain accurate records in ICE’s membership databases.

About You

• Educated to degree level or with equivalent experience in civil engineering, professional development, or training. A professional qualification (EngTech, IEng, or CEng) is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communicator with excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills—comfortable engaging with audiences ranging from students to senior professionals.
• Technically proficient in MS Office and able to translate technical information into accessible, engaging content.
• Flexible, with a willingness to travel and work occasional evenings. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are required (car allowance provided).
• Passionate about professional development and committed to supporting and inspiring others.

Why Join Us?

• Shape the future of civil engineering by supporting the next generation of professionals.
• Work alongside industry leaders, employers, and academic institutions.
• Be part of a respected institution dedicated to innovation, excellence, and sustainability.
• Join a collaborative, values-driven team that is making a tangible difference in the world.

ICE Group Benefits Include

• 25 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus public holidays
• Christmas office shutdown
• Pension contributions of up to 8%
• 24-hour employee assistance line
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted gym memberships through Gymflex

ICE Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) 2018

The data collected via this application process will only be used by the ICE Group for the purpose of recruitment and for the performance of an employment contract if a job offer is made. This data will not be disclosed to any external sources without express consent unless required to do so by law. Unsuccessful applicants’ data, both electronic and paper will be deleted/shredded six months from date of application. GRCI Law Limited (our external Data Protection Officer (DPO) is appointed to oversee our data protection compliance with details as noted below: who can be contacted at Email: [e-mail]. Postal Address: GRCI Law Limited, Unit 3, Clive Court, Bartholomew’s Walk, Cambridgeshire Business Park, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4EA, United Kingdom.

Applicants have the right to complain to the ICO at http://ico.org.uk/ if they have a concern with the way ICE is handling their data.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Customer Service, Business Development, and Education

Industries

Civil Engineering, Non-profit Organizations, and Professional Training and Coaching

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