Education and Event Executive

British Society for Rheumatology

Hours
31.5 hours per week

Salary
£ 26,521 - £33,456 per year

About the Organisation name

British Society for Rheumatology is a membership organisation that brings together expertise from across the rheumatology profession. We harness a wide variety of experience and skills to ensure we are supporting our members to the very best of our combined ability. Involving patients and carers at every step, we aim to ensure that physicians and clinicians are equipped to provide high-quality care.

About the role

This role sits within the Education team, which is responsible for delivering BSR’s educational activity. Working alongside the Head of Education, the Events and Education Manager, and the Digital Events Manager, you will assist in the planning and delivery of a range of education courses, webinars, bursary schemes, and eLearning activities. You will work with the team to support the work of our Education Committee, Trainee Committe, and Digital Learning Board.

This is an exciting role for someone looking to get more hands-on experience in planning and executing a variety of educational events and activities, and liaising with multiple stakeholders. It is a unique opportunity to be part of the team at the forefront of rheumatology education, making a tangible impact on the professional development of members and the broader rheumatology community.

Responsibilities

Event & Course Management:

• Lead on course and webinar registration processes, including delegate bookings, communications, data management and reporting, and producing delegate materials.
• Support course logistics, including venue sourcing and management, accommodation and travel, catering, and AV.
• Support stakeholder management at education courses, including communications with patients, sponsors, and event supporters.
• Occasional travel, including attendance and overnight stays at BSR conferences, courses, and events.

Systems & Data Management:

• Oversee the team’s CRM (Microsoft Dynamics) and registration systems, ensuring data integrity, implementing system enhancements, coordinating stakeholders, and carrying out testing.

Project Coordination:

• Coordinate the rheumatology training webinar series, including topic development, speaker management, and live delivery.
• Coordinate the education bursary programme, including promotion, application management, and financial reconciliation.
• Coordinate CPD accreditation of educational activities.
• Support the delivery of digital sponsorship and educational partnership opportunities.

Marketing & Communications:

• Work with the Marketing and Communications team to create digital content to engage target audiences.

General Duties:

• Manage events inbox and education team enquiries, delivering excellent customer service.
• Input into education budgets by monitoring progress against income and expenditure for owned projects.
• Support with BSR Committee liaison and logistics.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of Education and the Events and Education Manager.

Skills, Competencies & Experience

• Be enthusiastic about all aspects of education, self-motivated, and eager to contribute to educational initiatives
• Can work efficiently on a variety of digital systems and is quick to pick up new programs
• Confidence to manage stakeholders at all levels and to deal with external contacts
• Confident time and project management skills, you’ll be working on a lot of projects simultaneously
• Demonstrate ability to use initiative and innovation to make positive improvements or efficiencies in how we deliver education
• Professional and personable when communicating with customers and volunteers

Compensation & Benefits

• 30 days Annual Leave & Bank Holiday
• Incentive Scheme, Income Protection Scheme 
• Pensions Scheme employer Pension Contribution 9%
• Life Assurance interest-free Season Ticket Loans 
• Ride-to-work Scheme interest-free loan scheme 
• Generous Enhancements
• Parental and family leave
• Paternity Leave: 6 weeks at full pay. 
• Free Period Products
• Free flu Vaccinations 
• Mental Health First Aiders 
• BUPA Healthcare Scheme 
• Enhanced sick pay offer is: 
  • Up to two years’ service: 4 weeks full pay and 4 weeks half pay 
  • After two years’ service: 12 weeks full pay and 12 weeks half pay

Working locations

• Hybrid model, working in the London office and remotely

How to apply

• Submit your application, and add your cover letter to the Personal Summary section.

Policies

BSR is committed to encouraging inclusion, equality, and diversity in our workforce. We are actively trying to increase the diversity of our staff team. We try to reduce as many barriers as we can for those with a disability. We know that everyone is an individual, so please always tell us what we can do to support you. 

We welcome approaches from individuals from underrepresented groups, including those from minoritised communities, and those with a disability, to better reflect the community we serve and help broaden our perspectives. 

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