Events Manager

At University of East London, we are committed to delivering engaging and impactful events that bring our Vision 2028 strategy to life. Our annual corporate events calendar is a dynamic mix of engagements designed to connect with key stakeholders, showcase our strategic priorities, and enhance our institution’s reputation. We are seeking an experienced and creative Event Manager to lead the planning and execution of our flagship events, ensuring they are innovative, immersive, and delivered to an award-winning standard.

As Events Manager, you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of large-scale, high-profile events, with audiences of up to 10,000 attendees. You will manage physical, virtual, and hybrid events, working within set budgets and delivering against key engagement and sentiment targets.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading flagship events from concept to execution, ensuring they align with strategic priorities.
• Managing an Events Officer and supporting their professional development.
• Overseeing high-profile ceremonies, including graduation, liaising with VIPs, guest speakers, and honorary award recipients.
• Developing engagement strategies and overseeing event marketing, including CRM, intranet, and external communications.
• Building partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including local businesses, sponsors, and senior university leaders.
• Coordinating the honorary nomination process, working closely with the Provost to ensure protocol compliance.
• Sourcing sponsorship and funding opportunities to enhance event quality and impact.
• Researching market trends to attract high-profile guests, alumni, and influencers to our events.

We are looking for a highly organised, creative, and strategic thinker passionate about delivering exceptional event experiences. You should have:

• A degree or equivalent professional experience in event management or a related field.
• Proven experience in delivering large-scale, complex, and high-profile events.
• Expertise in hybrid and virtual event planning.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing staff and budgets.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, problem-solve, and deliver events to a high standard.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building abilities to engage VIPs and key stakeholders.
• Outstanding communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• A commitment to inclusivity and equality in a diverse environment.

This role requires flexibility, with occasional evening and weekend work (time off in lieu provided).

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-profile, prestigious events that shape the university’s reputation.
• Be part of a dynamic, creative team driving innovation in event experiences.
• Opportunity to network with VIPs, industry leaders, and influencers.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and is proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion achievements, including a zero gender pay gap, membership in Stonewall, and winning Athena Swan awards. We expect all UEL employees to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form. We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to join a University that values your outstanding skills and perspectives and is dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to explore a career with us. We are excited to welcome versatile individuals who are committed to advancing their careers while making a positive impact on the world.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the deadline if we receive many applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.