Event Executive

Team: CPD/Professional Learning (with additional responsibilities in the student events team)

COBIS is seeking to appoint an Events Executive to join the team from September 2026 to support with an exciting calendar of global professional learning courses and conferences, as well as student activities and competitions for schools worldwide.

About the Role

You will contribute to the administration, logistics and high‑quality delivery of the wide range of COBIS CPD and student events. The role will take on a variety of administrative duties to ensure COBIS events (online, hybrid, and face‑to‑face) run smoothly and successfully.

Responsibilities

• Live and online CPD and student event administration
• Conference delivery (face‑to‑face and virtual) including exhibition management
• Promoting events across multiple communication channels

About You

You are an organised and proactive individual, with strong communication skills and attention to detail, and experience in event management or administration.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills and clarity, both written and verbal
• Secure digital and ICT skills
• Experience in event management or a similar administrative role
• Willingness to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent time management with ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
• An interest in education and global opportunities

About COBIS

Now in its 45th year, the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) is a leading global membership association representing British international schools and education partners worldwide. With a network spanning over 85 countries, COBIS supports excellence in international education through quality assurance, professional development, safeguarding, and advocacy. It plays a key role in promoting high standards, fostering collaboration across its global community, and championing the value of British education internationally. COBIS is committed to supporting schools in delivering high‑quality education and helping students thrive in a global society.

To find out more about the work of COBIS, please visit www.cobis.org.uk.

Why Join COBIS?

At COBIS, you will be part of a collaborative, values‑driven organisation that supports quality, inclusion, and innovation in international education.

This is a unique opportunity to:

• Develop your skills in global event management and administration
• Work with a diverse network of high‑quality schools, associates and partners worldwide
• Be part of an ambitious, committed team in a supportive, flexible and friendly work environment

Remuneration and Conditions of Service

• The post is available from late September 2026
• Salary package is £28,500 per annum. The position is considered a full‑time position.
• Working hours/days are 9:00‑5:00 with a half‑hour for lunch, but flexibility around hours would be considered.
• Hybrid/remote working with a flexible working policy
• The candidate will be required to attend the COBIS Annual Conference which takes place over 3 days in London in May
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days (pro rata) plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to pension scheme in line with pension regulations. COBIS employee pension contribution is at 5% of salary
• Commitment to sustainability and corporate carbon measurement and reduction
• Access to medical insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a central London office with free gym, social events, cycle storage, etc.
• Candidates must be based in the UK and eligible to work in the UK
• View the Commitment to Sustainability - Council of British International Schools
• View the COBIS CSR and Wellbeing - Council of British International Schools

COBIS Safer Recruitment Procedure

Candidates must be willing to undertake a safer recruitment check. If appropriate to the role, a DBS check will be requested if an applicant is offered a contract of employment. All COBIS staff are required to undertake safeguarding training. At least two professional references, both written and verbal, will be sourced from current and former employers as appropriate. View the COBIS Safeguarding Statement - Council of British International Schools

Place of Work

COBIS staff currently work predominantly remotely, with some working days in the COBIS Head Office and other locations. This is expected to be a hybrid role, predominantly home working, with the option to work in the Head Office and the expectation that some team meetings and events will be office based. The contractual place of work for this role will be the COBIS Head Office. The office is currently located in: Temple Chambers, Temple/Blackfriars, Central London.

Equal Opportunities

COBIS is committed to equal opportunities and non‑discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. COBIS aims to ensure equity in recruitment and employment. We are a welcoming team who focus on the quality of our work and the wellbeing of our team members. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and support for staff of all backgrounds. COBIS values diverse abilities and offers support and accommodations for various needs. View the COBIS DEIJB Statement - Council of British International Schools

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the online application form. A CV must be uploaded as part of the application. Please ensure the file name includes your first initial and surname (e.g. JSmith.pdf). Please include the names and contact details of two professional referees on your CV.

Closing date

10 August 2026; 12 noon UK time

First round interviews

Week commencing 17 August 2026 (dates subject to change)

Second round interviews

In person at the COBIS office, week commencing 24 August 2026 (dates subject to change)