Package Description
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks if relevant to their role.
Join us as a London Marathon Events Officer
The National Autistic Society helps create a world that works for autistic people and within Corporate Services, we support the organisation to help protect the rights of autistic people and their families.
About the Team
Supporter Fundraising is a vital team within our fundraising department, managing our involvement in all owned and third‑party events, planning and delivering virtual fundraising campaigns (e.g. Walk 5K April, 100 Miles in October) and stewarding and facilitating community‑led fundraising activity. Supporter experience is at the heart of everything we do, driving engagement and retention and ultimately raising more funds to support autistic people and their families.
About the Role
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and supporter‑focused Events Officer to support delivery across all elements of our London Marathon fundraising activity for 2027, working under the guidance of the London Marathon Event Manager. You will play a vital role in providing exceptional supporter experience, delivering high‑quality events, coordinating logistics and ensuring our charity maximises income, engagement and brand impact throughout the full marathon campaign.
What You’ll Do
* Assist the London Marathon Event Manager with the planning and delivery of all campaign events
* Liaise with runners, volunteers, suppliers, third‑party event partners and internal colleagues as needed
* Support the Event Manager with post‑event evaluation, data analysis, and recommendations for future years
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in events, fundraising, customer service or similar supporter‑facing roles
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
* Awareness of supporter journeys and audience‑focused communication
This role is a fixed‑term full‑time position at 35 hours per week, for 18 months. The role is hybrid.
What We Can Offer You
* Pension - auto‑enrolled pension scheme
* Annual leave 33 days (including public holidays). You can buy or sell leave each year
* Training – great induction and training, including autism training
* Discounts – online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple)
* Healthcare – cash plan for permanent staff
* Life assurance – 2x your base salary
* Flexible benefits options such as private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension
* Support 24‑hour employee assistance programme and counselling
* Mindfulness – free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends
* Blue Light Card eligibility for discounts
Application Process
You will be required to upload your CV. If you are providing a supporting statement, consider the following:
* Look at the job description and person specification
* Tell us how your skills and experience match the role
* Give examples if you can
We might close this job advert early if we receive many suitable applications.
Safety Checks
To protect our autistic adults and children at the National Autistic Society, some roles require employees to have a criminal background check. Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check either on the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months would be preferable but not essential if it is applicable to your role.
Equal Opportunities
Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but are particularly welcome from autistic people. We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.
Important Information
Agencies need not apply. Please note the National Autistic Society is unable to provide sponsorship for visas.
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