At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the planning and delivery of unforgettable graduation ceremonies and university events.
- Company: Join a diverse and inclusive university with a strong international reputation.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension schemes, discounts, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with a focus on wellbeing and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on students' memorable moments while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing large events, excellent project management, and communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 38784 - 46049 £ per year.
About the role
We’re looking for an experienced and organised Events Manager to lead the planning and delivery of Graduation ceremonies and celebratory receptions, some of the most memorable moments in the University calendar, as well as support the wider team on other Department events such as Open Days.
In this key role, you will:
- Take the lead on every aspect of the graduation experience, from detailed operational planning to on-the-day management.
- Deliver a professional, seamless experience for around 5,000 graduating students and their guests across Bath Abbey and the Bath Recreation Ground.
- Manage suppliers, budgets, logistics, and risk assessments, while briefing senior staff and coordinating internal teams.
- Work closely with colleagues across Academic Registry, the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, the wider university.
- Help shape the future of University events by contributing to continuous improvement and early planning for ceremonies beyond 2026.
Graduation is a highlight of the year, celebrating achievement and community. You’ll join a friendly, experienced Events team that also delivers Open Days, Virtual Open Days, public lectures and other University events.
About you
You’ll bring:
- Significant experience of planning and delivering large, complex or high-profile events, ideally within higher education or a similar environment.
- Excellent project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities calmly and effectively.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence when briefing senior stakeholders and managing suppliers or temporary staff.
- Sensitivity, diplomacy, and a customer-focused approach, ensuring every guest feels valued.
- The flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends during event periods (with TOIL provided).
- A degree (or equivalent experience), and proven success managing budgets and event teams, will be essential.
Further Information
This role is offered on a permanent basis (36.5 hours per week).
We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.
What we can offer you
We’re continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:
- Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance.
- Generous employer contributory pension schemes.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
- Staff discount at Team Bath gym.
- Staff benefits include discounted postgraduate tuition and language courses, alongside a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning, and more.
- Local discounts, including free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath.
- A family-friendly workplace.
- An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce.
- Relocation allowance.
- Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses.
- Employee assistance services through Health Assured, including access to the Wisdom app.
Be Well at Bath
We’re committed to creating a health-supporting working environment where everyone can thrive and be at their best. We offer a range of resources to enable you to do that from your first day here, including:
- Staff support groups and networks.
- A network of Staff Wellbeing Champions.
- A suite of tools, resources and frameworks that enable you to be at your best and thrive.
Closing Date: 28 Jul 2026
Department: Management, Specialist and Administration
Salary: £38,784 to £46,049
Event Manager (KD13801) - Bath, BA2 7AY employer: University of Bath
The University of Bath is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities and a supportive culture that values work-life balance. Located in a vibrant city, the university provides a fulfilling career path for those looking to make a meaningful impact in higher education.
