Senior Events Officer

Brunel University London; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK university is seeking a Senior Events Officer to manage and deliver a range of events in alignment with the university’s strategic goals. The successful candidate will oversee project management from conception to delivery, coordinating with university-wide colleagues and suppliers. Requires proven experience in events management, especially recruitment events. This role offers a salary between £40,757 to £47,921 per annum with benefits including a generous leave package and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Discretionary closure days

Training and development opportunities

Occupational pension scheme

Health-related support

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering recruitment events in person and online.
• Strong events management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Organising and delivering events for the university portfolio.
• Managing projects from conception to delivery.
• Liaising on all events management issues.
• Delivering recruitment events throughout the year.

Skills

Events management

Liaison with external agencies

Project management

Recruitment events planning

Job description

Department / College

Events

Location

Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary

Grade 7 from £40,757 to £47,921 inclusive of London Weighting, with potential to progress to £52,067 per annum inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution (pro‑rata if part‑time).

Hours

Full‑time

Contract Type

Permanent

Summary

The Senior Events Officer will be responsible for organising and delivering events that are part of the Brunel University of London portfolio. This role will involve managing projects from conception to delivery including evaluation to ensure activities 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 events.

Responsibilities

Work closely with colleagues across the University and with external agencies and suppliers. Act as a point of liaison on all events management issues. Lead the campus coordination activity throughout the academic year. Deliver recruitment events programme throughout the year working with academics and professional service staff across the University.

Qualifications

Experience in delivering recruitment events in person and online, such as Open Days and Applicant Days. Strong events management specialist.

Benefits

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. Hybrid working approach.

Closing date for applications

4 January 2026

Interviews

19 January 2026

Eligibility

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

Diversity statement

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.