At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer
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We have a new opening for an Event Programme Manager in the
Cancertools.org marketing team, to co-ordinate and deliver our global events attendance and initiate our in-house events and webinar programme.
About the team
CancerTools.Org, the research tools arm of Cancer Research UK (CRUK), is a non-profit, global community of cancer researchers, academic institutes, and professional societies, with a shared mission to accelerate cancer research. With a history of more than 40 years of managing and providing reagents to both academic and for-profit laboratories around the world, CancerTools.org has been steadfast in its mission of accelerating cancer research by making research tools widely and easily available, extending CRUKS influence to a global audience
As a key member of the marketing team, you will report into the Head of Growth Marketing, lead and develop a comprehensive events strategy to increase lead generation, foster engagement and brand awareness with cancer researchers in academia and industry globally. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the CancerTools events programme, including logistics, collateral, giveaways, training and proactive efforts to drive lead generation and brand awareness through events in key geographies.
This role requires a creative problem-solver, who can find innovative solutions when required at events.You will be an adept communicator, as the role involves a high degree of interaction and collaboration with both internal (marketing team, event attendants from across CancerTools.org), third party vendors, KOLs and event attendees. You will have an in-depth knowledge of best practices and trends at global exhibitions to enhance audience engagement.
You’ll be joining a growing team of individuals passionate about what they do, so we are looking for candidates who thrive in a dynamic startup environment, keen to make the role their own and grow with us.
What will I be doing?
1. Lead and coordinate a successful global events programme and strategy to drive new lead generation, raise brand awareness, engagement and build reputation amongst academic and industry cancer researchers
2. Manage and oversee training of colleagues for clear objectives at events in line with event goals
3. Manage budgets and resources to implement events successfully with forward planning to meet deadlines from third parties
4. Develop a framework for selecting and prioritising events in line with CancerTools objectives
5. Leverage and create engaging content for Social media, web and email channels to promote events to increase awareness and attendance
6. Track the performance of events, and event-led initiatives against KPIs, monitoring and reporting impact, MQLs against target to management
7. Monitor key trends and implement best practices at global exhibitions
What are you looking for?
8. Graduate (within a scientific field with demonstratable marketing experience, or marketing/comms qualification)
9. Demonstrable experience in event strategy
10. Extensive experience in global event coordination, preferably in life science, research, or cancer/oncology related field )
11. Strong organisational, time management, multi-tasking and project management skills
12. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
13. Experience in global event logistics, shipping, booth design and event collateral generation
14. Experience in digital marketing to include email marketing, (hubspot or similar platform experience) web and social media proficiency
15. Experience in content and copy creation with a comprehensive understanding of brand positioning
16. Excellent interpersonal skills with experience in developing strong relationships with key stakeholders
17. Strong track record in managing and monitoring budgets
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We’re looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we’d still love to hear from you.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.