As Events Manager, you will lead the planning and delivery of high-quality internal and external events that support UKAEA's strategic goals. You will shape the organisation's long-term events strategy, oversee delivery across a wide range of national and international events, and ensure every event reflects UKAEA's brand and professional standards. You will manage and mentor the events team, oversee budgets, and work with marketing and creative teams to promote events effectively.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver an events strategy aligned with UKAEA’s communications strategy and wider organisational goals.
Lead end-to-end delivery of in-person events at Culham and external venues.
Manage and mentor the events team, upholding high professional standards and supporting development.
Oversee event budgets and ensure effective financial management.
Maintain consistent event branding and corporate identity across all activity.
Act as the main point of contact for event enquiries from initial request through to post-event feedback.
Work with marketing, design, creative media and social media teams to promote events effectively.
Champion and develop the use of Indico as UKAEA’s internal event registration platform.
Evaluate event performance and use feedback and market insight to improve future activity.
Assess potential strategic partnerships that could strengthen event marketing and delivery.

Requirements

A relevant degree or substantial demonstrable experience in events management.
Experience delivering a broad range of national and international events and exhibitions.
Experience preparing and managing event budgets.
Experience recruiting and managing external event support.
Experience developing detailed event or project plans and ensuring consistent brand and messaging standards.
Experience managing multiple event activities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

A salary of £58320
Up to 7% corporate performance bonus
Final salary defined benefits pension scheme with an equivalent of 21.5% employer pension contribution
25 days annual leave plus 2.5 privilege days; 8 Bank Holidays
3 days of site closure over Christmas break
Flexible working options plus family-friendly leave provisions