Harris Hill is working with an education based organisation, supporting their search for an interim Events Manager, working remotely, 4 days per week, for 6 months. The pro rota salary would be £36-40k, on the basis that you work 4dpw, but could spread the 4 across 5. You would however be responsible for attending the various events, with one in June and another in October. We are looking for a seasoned Events Manager, who is adept at the whole life cycle of events, with a emphasis on planning, and the marketing of the events themselves, so someone with both events and marketing experience is essential. The team does have some events, admin, and communications support, but you would need to steer the a little, be very hands on, and flexible to the needs of the role. Specifically, the role of the Events Manager involves: Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, and working closely with the staff team, to develop and deliver ALT’s programme of events. Organising the logistics for in-person and online events and conferences, managing associated budgets and revenue generation, and negotiating with exhibitors and sponsors. Leading on events-related stakeholder management, including working in partnership with volunteers to create conference programmes and managing event-related collaborations with partner organisations, nationally, and internationally. This also includes leading on logistics for the Annual Awards. Leading on events marketing and communications and social media, including promoting opportunities for members and partners across sectors. Overseeing delegate and exhibitor liaison and carrying out event evaluations, including acting as the person responsible for feedback and complaints. Evaluating and reporting on events to committees including the Board of Trustees. Business and project management Devise and manage project plans, risk registers and budgets for events and associated areas of operations. Negotiate with potential and selected suppliers of products and services to secure best value, and manage and develop long term relationships with its suppliers. Recruit, train, and line manage casual staff employed by the organisation in the run-up to and during conferences. General Represent the organisation at events, promote the organisation and establish new and develop existing relationships with partners and stakeholders. This will involve occasional weekend, and evening work, and travel within the UK, and will include attendance at the two in-person conferences in the UK. Contribute to the development and implementation of the Strategy. Undertake training to ensure appropriate skills are acquired or developed. Provide occasional holiday and sickness cover for posts at the same or lower grade. Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the organisation that are commensurate with the level and grade of this post. If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please apply for further details