Events and Engagement Manager in Kennington

UPP is the UK's leading provider of on-campus residential and academic accommodation infrastructure, operating across a diverse portfolio of university partnerships. We're passionate about creating exceptional places for students to live and learn, and this opportunity plays a key role in strengthening engagement across our business, university partners and sector stakeholders. We are looking for an Events and Engagement Manager to join the Communications and Marketing team to lead the delivery of UPP's internal and external events programme, whilst supporting wider stakeholder engagement activity across the business. Working closely with the Head of Communications & Marketing, Director of Sector Engagement and UPP Foundation, you'll deliver high-quality corporate events and engagement initiatives that support our strategic priorities, enhance our reputation and build meaningful relationships across the higher education sector. This role is based in our award-winning London office near London Bridge, Canon Street and Monument Stations, with regular travel across the UK, and offers hybrid working. Key responsibilities will include: Lead the successful delivery of UPP's internal events programme, including leadership conferences, monthly townhalls, our Annual Management Conference and People Awards. Plan and coordinate stakeholder, sector and university engagement events, conferences, exhibitions and networking activities. Manage event logistics, suppliers, venues, budgets and delegate communications. Support the delivery of UPP Foundation events and engagement initiatives. Build and maintain strong relationships with university partners, sector stakeholders and external suppliers. Produce event materials, presentations, communications and briefing packs. Manage stakeholder databases, engagement plans and reporting. Monitor event performance, feedback and engagement metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement. We are looking for you to already have experience in a similar role managing corporate events, conferences, stakeholder events or engagement programmes, with: Effective communication skills and experience working with senior internal and external stakeholders. Strong event planning, project management and organisational skills, able to confidently manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience managing suppliers, venues and budgets. Positive, proactive and solutions oriented. Alongside this, you'll be collaborative, adaptable and calm under pressure, with a passion for delivering exceptional stakeholder experiences and building lasting relationships. Knowledge of UK higher education, property or infrastructure sector and/or experience delivering foundation, charity or social impact events would be advantageous. In return, we are offering a competitive salary with a great benefits package which includes a discretionary performance bonus, 29 days holiday plus