Senior Events Manager | Up to £53,000 | Perm | Hybrid (1 day per week in the office) | Old Street 

We’re partnering with a highly regarded international charity to appoint a Senior Events Manager to lead a dynamic and globally recognised events programme.

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced events professional to take ownership of a diverse portfolio, from high-profile corporate engagements to large-scale fundraising initiatives. You’ll play a key role in shaping strategy, driving income, and delivering exceptional experiences that engage senior stakeholders and partners on a global scale.

Working closely with the Director of Development, you’ll lead on the planning and execution of complex events, ensuring they are commercially successful, strategically aligned, and delivered to an outstanding standard. You’ll also manage and develop a small team, while building strong relationships internally and externally.

This role offers real variety, international exposure, and the chance to contribute to a purpose-led organisation making a meaningful global impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a strategic, high-performing events programme. This includes annual and bi-annual events across the globe, giving you the opportunity to travel
• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex, high-value events
• Manage event budgets to ensure strong ROI and cost-effectiveness
• Build and maintain senior stakeholder and partner relationships
• Oversee multiple events simultaneously across different regions
• Line manage and develop junior team members
• Identify opportunities to grow income and enhance event impact
• Ensure all events are compliant with risk, legal, and H&S requirements

Person Specification

• Proven track record delivering large-scale, high-quality events
• Strong experience in fundraising and/or corporate events
• Ability to manage complex projects from concept to delivery
• Commercially minded with strong budget management skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing ability
• Confident communicator with strong presentation skills
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing or mentoring others
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Creative thinker with a solutions-focused approach
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and external partners
• Knowledge of event compliance, risk management, and H&S
• Experience of international or cross-cultural events (desirable)

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working (1 day per week in the office)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Additional wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• International travel opportunities

REF:  JGA/173433