Events and Marketing Manager - (8137)

Are you a talented events professional looking for your next challenge?

An exciting opportunity to join Manchester Met's Corporate Events team, on a fixed term basis (as maternity cover), has arisen and we're on the lookout for someone who:

• Can hit the ground running
• Is organised to their core
• Thinks strategically, but is happy to get stuck in and deliver operationally
• Has excellent communication skills and is comfortable and confident working with a mix of stakeholders

You'll be joining a team of seasoned events professionals that guide the strategy, project management and delivery of high-impact events that are directly aligned to the university's Road to 2030 strategy.

About the role

Operating at a manager level, you'll:

• Work closely with the Head of Corporate Events, along with key stakeholders across the university, to plan, manage and lead on the development and implementation of our corporate events
• Provide leadership and management for the Corporate Events team, overseeing and ensuring effective delivery of events and projects
• Be innovative in your approach, using the latest in event design, strategy, planning and and execution to serve as a true strategic partner for the university, bringing quality event experiences to our diverse audiences

About you 

• A creative but analytical events professional who is able to focus on more than just event logistics. You consider the entire life cycle of an event – from vision and objectives, to pre-event planning to overall reputational impact
• A career background designing and delivering events for large organisations, with multiple stakeholders and audiences (experience in the higher education sector would be a distinct advantage)
• An excellent communicator who is viewed as highly credible by senior stakeholders

(For the full list of criteria and benefits, please refer to the job description and candidate pack attached below.)

About the Marketing team 

Our integrated Marketing team provides full mix marketing support aligned to the University priorities across education, research and reputation, to help deliver against our strategic objectives. Marketing excellence, impact, and staff development is at the heart of how we work. The Corporate Events team, which sits within the wider Marketing department structure, is key to the production of the university's major ‘flagship' events – such as graduation ceremonies and our Chancellor's Dinner. You will be expected to work closely with teams across the University including, but not limited to, other teams within Marketing, the Vice-Chancellor's Office, Development and Alumni Relations and Academic Services.

We would love to hear from you if you would like to join our team and share our ambition!

To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter to our application portal, ensuring you detail how you meet the relevant criteria. For informal enquiries, please contact Charlotte Carpenter (Events and Marketing Manager) on c.carpenter@mmu.ac.uk 

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, particularly those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.