Overview
Exciting opportunity to join the Millennium Seed Bank Partnership team at Wakehurst. The role supports the delivery of the Weston Global Tree Seed Bank – Unlocked and will lead on planning, management, and delivery of a scientific conference entitled ‘The Millennium Seed Bank Partnership’s Seed Science, Conservation and Restoration Conference’ in November 2026.
Responsibilities
* Lead planning, management and delivery of the seed science conference.
* Co‑ordinate with partners and teams across Kew, Wakehurst, London and Madagascar.
* Manage large quantities of data and multiple tasks, ensuring attention to detail.
Qualifications
* Educated to MSc level or equivalent.
* Experience delivering scientific conferences or similar large‑scale events.
* Self‑motivated, proactive, with strong organisational and data management skills.
Work arrangements
Based at Wakehurst with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements.
Salary and benefits
£39,243 per annum (pro rata) [Band D].
Benefits include opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working, an Employee Assistance Programme, a cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry to national museums and galleries.
Equal opportunity
We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
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