Events Manager

Education Policy Institute

About the Organisation

Education Policy Institute is one of the country’s leading public policy research organisations. We aim to promote high-quality education outcomes for all children and young people, regardless of social background. Our authoritative, impartial research has proven both timely and influential, reaching a large and diverse audience including parliament, government, practitioners and the general public. Our high-quality programme of data-led research generates powerful evidence that is able to shape policy.

About the role

The Education Policy Institute (EPI) is seeking an experienced and motivated candidate to join our Communications, Partnerships and Events team as Events Manager.  This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of EPI, directly supporting our mission to influence and improve policymaking, and ultimately to improve the life chances of children and young people in England.  The role will lead on the delivery of our sector-leading convening programme, including overseeing production of policy papers based on our convening and wider quantitative research. You will:

• Have oversight of a key income stream, comprising: 
  • Managing the delivery of our sector-leading events programme, bringing together decision-makers, sector experts and parliamentarians to advance policy debates and disseminate the work of EPI and our partners. 
  • Work alongside the Associate Director for Partnerships and Events to maintain and grow a portfolio of high-profile EPI partners. 
• Oversee production of high-quality policy papers alongside the convening, drawing together sector views with EPI research to influence education policy
• Report to our Associate Director for Partnerships and Events, whilst also working closely with the CEO and wider Research teams

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of our sector-leading programme of 30+ events, including our Annual Lecture and regular policy roundtables 
• Produce our extensive programme of events across the political party conferences, including supporting the Associate Director and Director in securing partners for the programme 
• Oversee delivery of our ‘policy innovation’ strand of work, producing impactful policy papers on emerging topics in education 
• Support the Associate Director in maintaining and building existing EPI partnerships by identifying new event opportunities, alongside stewardship of EPI’s Organisation Members 
• Continually look for opportunities to innovate in our event delivery, as well as process improvements 
• Maintain a high level of sector intelligence, keeping abreast of education policy changes and how they are being reflected in/influenced by convening programmes 
• Represent EPI at external events 

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

• At least three years’ experience working in an events role, including experience overseeing the whole event lifecycle 
• Exceptional written communication skills, with experience of writing policy briefs desirable 
• Be confident leading meetings with partners, and speaking authoritatively about your work 
• At least a year’s management experience 
• Be able to work at pace, often to tight deadlines, and comfortable working to competing priorities 
• Good knowledge of education policy 
• Be highly organised and efficient with excellent attention to detail 
• Be an enthusiastic team player who can work collaboratively and flexibly 
• Be committed to EPI’s mission to improve outcomes for disadvantaged children and young people through timely, impactful and evidence-based analysis

Compensation & Benefits

• Plus 8% employer pension contributions
• We offer flexible working hours, including the opportunity to work from home for part of the week
• 30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays. EPI also shuts between Christmas and New Year, which doesn’t count towards your 30 days
• We offer season ticket loans and a cycle to work scheme
• Probation period: 6 months

Conditions of employment

• You must have the right to work in the UK

Working locations

• London office, on Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria Station, United Kingdom.

How to apply

• To apply, please send us your CV with a covering letter, of no more than two sides, addressing the competencies above, to [email protected] by 11.59 pm on 28th July 2026.
• If you have any questions about the post, the application process or require any reasonable adjustments, please do contact [email protected] before applying, and we’ll be happy to discuss it. 

Interviews

• Interviews will take place in our London office during the week commencing 10th August 2026, though we can be flexible with timing and the option of a virtual interview for the right candidate. The interview will cover your skills and experience. The interview panel will include the Associate Director for Partnerships and Events, a representative from the Research team, as well as an additional panel member from outside the organisation.

Policies

EPI is committed to having a diverse workforce and eliminating discrimination. Our aim is that each employee within the organisation feels respected and able to give of their best. This commitment is in keeping with EPI’s mission and purpose to improve the outcomes for all children and young people regardless of background. We need your support, so we especially welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented groups.

We especially welcome these candidates to discuss the role and any questions they have with the hiring panel before applying. All positions at EPI are subject to reference checks and a DBS check. We ask you to provide two referees in your application. References will only be sought, and a DBS check carried out, once a job is offered.

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