Events Manager

The opportunity

The Events Manager works closely with the Head of Strategic Events to deliver a creative and engaging programme of key events for the University that expand our networks and reflect UAL’s position as one of the world’s leading art and design Universities. Recently this has included the Scholars’ Celebration, Meet the Artist discussions, Degree show events and the Staff Summer Party.

More broadly, the Event Manager will be an advocate for best practice in event management at UAL, advising colleagues across the university as required. Additionally the team is responsible for the project management of UAL’s Graduation ceremonies, in which the Event Manager will play a pivotal role.

This is an important role for a creative individual with excellent attention to detail, who will ensure an exceptional experience for all stakeholders and the efficient delivery of UAL
events.

Your profile

▪Significant experience delivering a variety of different event formats, from receptions and discussions to tours and lunches, with minimal supervision.

▪Experience of working in a fundraising environment, with an understanding of the unique requirements of cultivating and stewarding donors.

▪Demonstrable understanding of interest in the creative arts and creative industries for the purposes of delivering an engaging event programme and building guest lists.

▪Experience of using databases for event-related data management (knowledge of Raiser’s Edge is desirable).

▪Experience of designing and delivering new events to deliver set objectives.

▪Communicates effectively orally and in writing adapting the message for a diverse audience in an inclusive and accessible way.

▪Motivates and leads a team effectively, setting clear objectives to manage performance.

▪Plans, prioritises and manages resources effectively to achieve long term objectives.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

As a University, we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to hold a Bronze Award from the Race Equality Charter (REC), are members of the Business Disability Forum and Employers for Carers, and maintain our status as a Disability Confident Scheme and Living Wage employer.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

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