Regional Events Manager
Institute of Directors
Length of contract
9 months
About the Organisation
Institute of Directors (IoD) is a thriving membership community for Directors in the UK and beyond. We support directors and senior decision-makers through professional development, valuable networking opportunities, and by championing the voice of business at the highest levels.
Everything we do is built around three key pillars:
- Connect: Bringing together directors and business leaders to share ideas and build meaningful professional relationships
- Develop: Providing world-class professional development designed by directors, for directors
- Influence: Representing members' interests and ensuring business leaders have a strong voice in shaping policy
About the role
You'll be part of a collaborative team working at the heart of the UK's business community. Shape engaging events, work with influential business leaders, and contribute to an organisation that develops directors nationwide. You'll deliver impactful events that help business leaders connect, develop and influence. Ready to create exceptional experiences that shape the future of business leadership? We'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
You'll own the complete event journey from concept to delivery. Working with senior business leaders, you'll create experiences that truly matter.
- Lead planning and delivery of regional face-to-face events across the UK
- Manage content development, venue sourcing, supplier relationships, sponsorship and speaker coordination
- Work with Relationship Managers to develop programmes aligned to member interests
- Identify opportunities to enhance existing events and contribute fresh ideas
- Collaborate with Marketing & Communications team to maximise attendance through effective campaigns
- Analyse performance data to drive continuous improvement
- Maintain accurate records, reporting and financial tracking
- Build understanding of IoD's services to enhance member engagement
Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes
Essential Experience:
- At least three years managing end-to-end event programmes, focusing on in-person events
- Experience working with senior business leaders, speakers, sponsors and suppliers
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience delivering events in membership, customer-focused or professional services environments
- Comfortable with monthly travel to London and regional events across the UK
Skills & Attributes:
- Strong understanding of event management best practice and industry trends
- Knowledge of digital event platforms and event technology
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
- Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
- Commercial awareness and confidence managing budgets
- Proactive, customer and solutions-focused approach
- Passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences
Compensation & Benefits
- 25 days annual leave
- Generous contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance of 4 x salary, or 8x salary if you have dependents
- 1 x Wellbeing Day, and 2 x Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) days
- Christmas closure
- Bonus Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Monthly Employee of the Month Award, and quarterly colleague-nominated employee Above & Beyond Award
- Access to Perkbox platform
- Discount in Member café, bar & restaurant
Working locations
- Hybrid model, working in the London office and remotely
- Travel to 116 Pall Mall, London, and regional events across the UK will typically be required. We welcome applications from candidates based anywhere in the UK, provided they can travel as required.
How to apply
- Apply online
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