At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate and deliver engaging events globally, both online and in-person.
- Company: Join RICS, a respected organisation shaping the built environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days leave, private medical insurance, and flexible working.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team creating impactful learning experiences.
- Qualifications: Experience in event management and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
This hybrid role is based on a 60% onsite, 40% remote working model. Join RICS, a globally respected organisation that sets the highest ethical standards across land, real estate, construction, and infrastructure, supporting 140,000 professionals worldwide. At RICS, we are at the forefront of shaping the built and natural environment. As a prominent professional body, we empower our members with globally recognised qualifications, influential networks, and access to high quality resources.
Role Purpose and Key Responsibilities
As an Event Specialist, you will deliver a portfolio of professional development and learning events across global markets. Working within the product delivery framework, you will ensure events are high‑quality, engaging and delivered consistently across both digital and in‑person formats.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate end‑to‑end delivery of events, ensuring they are delivered to agreed quality standards, timelines and budgets.
- Manage logistics including venues, suppliers, platforms and technical requirements for both digital and face‑to‑face events.
- Act as the main point of contact for delegates, handling bookings, communications and event queries.
- Support speaker and stakeholder management, including briefings, logistics and on‑the‑day coordination.
- Deliver onsite and virtual event management, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for all participants.
- Produce post‑event reporting, including feedback, engagement insights and budget reconciliation to inform continuous improvement.
About You
You are a highly organised and proactive events professional with experience delivering both digital and in‑person events. You thrive in fast‑paced environments, enjoy managing multiple stakeholders and take pride in delivering seamless, high‑quality experiences.
Skills & Experience
- Experience delivering events within a professional, corporate or learning environment.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Experience of digital event platforms and webinar/conference tools.
- Excellent stakeholder and relationship‑management skills across internal and external audiences.
- Strong communication skills with a confident, customer‑focused approach.
- Detail‑oriented, adaptable and comfortable working in a global, matrixed organisation.
Rewards and Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
- Private medical insurance and wellbeing support
- Pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection
- Enhanced family leave and volunteering opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
RICS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, as we believe that our differences drive our performance. Please let us know if we can support you with any adjustments to our recruitment process. Candidates must have the correct right to work in the country where the role is based.
Event Specialist in London employer: RICS
RICS is an exceptional employer that champions a flexible working environment, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life with a hybrid model of 60% onsite and 40% remote work. With a commitment to employee growth, RICS offers extensive professional development opportunities, competitive benefits including private medical insurance and enhanced family leave, and fosters a diverse and inclusive culture that values the unique contributions of every team member.
