About The BIA
£40,000 per annum subject to knowledge and experience
The Bioindustry Association is the UK’s trade association for innovative life sciences and biotech. We work with entrepreneurs, scientists, business leaders, regulators, policy makers and advisors in a vital and booming sector that spans global connections and the entire life sciences ecosystem in the UK.
Events Manager
Summary Background and Role
We produce leading sector events aimed at both our members and the wider life sciences community. These include Gala Dinners, thought‑leadership conferences, roundtables, boot‑camps, networking events and broadcast webinars. All benefit from a high‑profile, trusted brand and engaged communities.
We are looking for an experienced Events Manager to join our existing events team. The primary task is to plan, budget, market and manage a range of professional and high‑quality events throughout the year, and deliver an agreed contribution. We also seek creativity, innovative ideas and enthusiasm for exploring new event formats.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Establish budgets for agreed events and coordinate with the Associate Director, Events & Programmes.
* Deliver events to agreed budgets.
* Work with the Associate Director and Programme Manager to create sector‑leading agendas and attract the best speakers.
* Independently manage the selection of venues and online platforms, ensuring specifications and budgets are met and maintain relationships with all relevant suppliers.
* In collaboration with the Marketing team, establish branding and roll it out across online and print collateral.
* Plan and deliver marketing campaigns, including drafting email communications and producing engaging copy to drive interest and registrations.
* Report regularly to the Associate Director and BIA forums on progress, delegate recruitment, logistical plans and event contribution.
* Produce project plans where relevant and manage them on the ground, delegating sensibly to other BIA staff as agreed.
* Accurately manage delegate lists, joining instructions and answer queries.
* Collaborate with the Senior Sponsorship Manager and wider BIA team to secure and manage sponsors, meeting income targets and ensuring the financial success of each event.
* Fulfil event and annual supporter expectations.
* Manage post‑event evaluation, working with team members to address feedback and continually improve the event experience.
* Maintain event content, pages and microsites on the BIA website.
* Systematically manage event functionality and bookings through our Event Management Software (Eventfolio) and MS Dynamics database.
* Assist and support other events team members with the running of BIA events.
Essential
* Degree or equivalent with a minimum of three years’ experience in managing events.
* Excellent organisational skills, able to work under pressure and within tight timelines.
* Ability to liaison confidently with contacts at all levels.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Experience with standard Microsoft programmes and managing online events booking functionality.
* Experience managing both live and virtual events (e.g., Zoom webinars).
* A self‑starter who can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
* Meticulous attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
* Problem‑solving, solutions‑driven attitude.
* Proactive approach in offering assistance when required.
Desirable
* Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics and online webinar platforms.
* Experience with an online content management system (website management).
* Interest in life sciences and/or politics/public affairs.
* Experience working in the membership or trade association sector.
* Experience working with corporate members and sponsors.
Working for the BIA
Building a thriving, diverse workplace is a priority across all industries. The BIA is committed to providing a fair and equitable working environment and values the individuality and diversity that employees bring to the company.
We currently operate a hybrid model, working three days in the office and two days from home, subject to business review and discretion.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to providing equal opportunities and creating an accessible workplace. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment, interview or assessment process, please let us know.
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