At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging community experiences and lead exciting events in a vibrant business hub.
- Company: Global leader in the property sector, focused on community and sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative freedom, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Hands-on role with opportunities for creativity and collaboration.
- Why this job: Be the face of community engagement and drive meaningful change in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in event management or community engagement, with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
- JOB TYPE: Contract (9-12 month maternity cover)
- LOCATION: Reading/Onsite
- SALARY: up to £45,000 annual salary
Looking for a dynamic, visible community builder to bring a high-profile business hub to life.
This hands-on placemaking role in Reading gives you the creative freedom to design impactful experiences, lead major events, and drive real ESG engagement. 9-12 month maternity cover.
Mid-End October start.
About The Company
- My client is a global leader in the property space.
ABOUT THE ROLE
- What you'll be doing
- Drive tenant engagement and build strong networks with HR, Wellbeing, D&I, and ESG leads across multiple the occupier businesses
- Oversee the annual events strategy, ranging from large-scale bi-monthly activations to weekly health and wellbeing workshops
- Manage and hold external marketing and event agencies accountable through clear briefs, structured plans, and regular feedback
- Capture real-time, engaging photo and video content around the park to bring the place to life as an attractive place to work and for tenant communications
- Develop and lead local CSR and community initiatives, partnering with nearby schools, charities, and sports groups
- Gather occupier feedback through surveys to continuously elevate event performance and tenant satisfaction.
ABOUT YOU
What we're looking for
- Minimum 5 years of experience in event management, community engagement, placemaking, or marketing. Experience working with occupiers in real estate preferred
- Proven track record in managing external agency relationships, media plans, and writing briefs
- Outgoing personality who is comfortable being visible onsite, building relationships with occupiers and the local community and creating content on camera
- Passion for corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and community-led projects
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
You MUST have the right to work in the UK - visa sponsorship is not available.
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Events & Community Engagement Manager in Reading employer: Stopgap - Marketing, Digital & Creative Recruitment
As an FMCG Innovation Manager at our London-based company, you will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work culture that values creativity and innovation. We offer competitive benefits, including flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development, ensuring you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact on product launches that resonate with consumers. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to driving success in the fast-paced FMCG sector.
Contact Details:
Stopgap - Marketing, Digital & Creative Recruitment Recruitment Team
