Conference and Events Manager

The Role

• Position: Conference and Events Manager
• Location: Remote (with UK travel for events as required)
• Contract: Contract, part time (21 hours per week)
• Salary: 38,211 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, management and delivery of the organisation's annual conference, exhibitions, webinars, training events and other member-facing events.
• Develop and manage comprehensive event project plans, timelines and budgets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with venues, suppliers, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors.
• Oversee delegate registration processes and ensure an excellent customer journey from booking through to post-event evaluation.
• Manage event logistics, including venue coordination, accommodation, catering, AV requirements and exhibition management.
• Monitor event budgets, negotiate supplier contracts and ensure value for money across all activities.
• Work collaboratively with internal colleagues to maximise delegate attendance, sponsorship opportunities and event promotion.
• Analyse event performance using feedback and key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all events comply with health and safety, data protection and organisational policies.
• Keep up to date with industry best practice and identify opportunities to enhance the events programme.

Person Specification

We're looking for someone who brings a blend of excellent organisational skills, commercial awareness and a passion for delivering exceptional events.

• Proven experience managing conferences, exhibitions and professional events from concept through to delivery.
• Experience working within a membership body, professional association, charity or similar not-for-profit environment would be advantageous.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong budget management and financial planning experience.
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging senior professionals, suppliers and external partners.
• Experience managing sponsorship and exhibitor relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with exceptional attention to detail.
• Confidence using CRM systems, event management platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
• The flexibility to travel within the UK to support the delivery of key events when required.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected professional membership organisation that plays a vital role in supporting standards, learning and professional development within its sector.

You'll have the opportunity to shape and deliver a high-profile events portfolio while working within a collaborative, supportive and purpose-driven environment.