Policy Content and Event Manager

An independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation based in Westminster is seeking a Policy Content and Event Manager. This is a high-impact role for someone with a strong instinct for politics, public policy and government. The organisation operates at the centre of cross-sector dialogue, convening senior leaders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to address some of the UK’s most pressing economic and policy challenges.

Through a programme of briefings, roundtables, conferences, senior dinners and written insight, this role will help shape national conversations on growth, reform, geopolitics, technology and long-term prosperity. It is ideally suited to someone with a clear commitment to Westminster, public affairs and evidence-led policy thinking.

As Policy Content and Event Manager, you will lead the research, development and delivery of a programme of policy-led events and content. Working closely with senior figures across government, business, academia and civil society, you will create insight-driven forums that support meaningful collaboration and real-world impact.

You will take ownership of a portfolio of 40+ events per year, including briefings, workshops, roundtables and senior-level dinners, covering themes such as infrastructure, skills, net zero, AI and emerging technologies, trade and regulation.

• Lead end-to-end content development and planning across your events portfolio.
• Build strong, outcome-focused agendas and speaker briefings.
• Identify, secure and manage senior, credible speakers.
• Conduct policy and market research to inform programming, including member consultation, stakeholder interviews and surveys.
• Work closely with internal teams to support event marketing and communications, taking ownership of all programme deliverables.
• Design events with a clear strategic purpose, selecting the most effective formats, venues and hosts.
• Produce high-quality written outputs and summaries to extend event impact and member value.
• Build deep sector knowledge through engagement with senior stakeholders and industry leaders.
• Oversee delivery logistics in collaboration with the Event Operations team.
• Evaluate content performance and event outcomes to inform future programming.
• Contribute to the evolution of the wider programme strategy using evidence-based insight.
• Work with Business Development colleagues to expand speaker, host and partner engagement.
• Explore commercial opportunities across paid events, including sponsorships and partnerships.
• Collaborate with senior colleagues to support long-term content and publication strategies.

• At least 2 years’ experience in conference, event or content development, ideally within policy or business-focused environments.
• Experience managing the full event production lifecycle, from research and agenda development to speaker engagement and delivery.
• Confident working with senior executives and high-profile stakeholders.
• Strong interest in public policy, political economy, economics, international relations or technology.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• A clear passion for content-led engagement and evidence-based policymaking.

To apply for the Policy Content and Event Manager role, please submit your CV. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment.