Senior Events Manager - Maternity Cover
Senior Events Manager - Maternity Cover
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Senior Events Manager - Maternity Cover
Reference Number: JR249887
Location: Hybrid working - home and our office near London Bridge
Working Pattern: Full Time 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Until end of April 2026
Number of roles: 1
Salary: 48000 per annum pro rata
We are looking for a Senior Events Manager to join our team.
You will oversee the planning coordination and execution of a variety of events on a global scale including familiarisation visits conferences training days and drinks and dinner receptions. This role requires a highly organised creative and detail-oriented individual with extensive experience in event management and a proven track record of delivering successful events. You will possess strong leadership skills excellent communication abilities and the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You will lead and manage a dedicated events team freelancers and event agency workers ensuring all events align with our strategic goals and exceed expectations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished Events Manager is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.
A detailed job description can be viewed here. If the link does not work for you please copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: youll bring to the role
Proven experience in the end-to-end management of events.
Experience in managing a team freelancers and event agencies.
Strong time management and project planning skills able to prioritise plan and manage projects and a demanding varied and complex workload.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate collaborate influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders and vendors.
Strong problem-solving ability and quick-thinking approach.
Meticulous attention to detail with strong editing skills.
What we do
In the UK we operate 9 campus-based colleges in partnership with Bournemouth University University of Glasgow University of Liverpool Nottingham Trent University University of Nottingham University of Brighton University of Essex University of York and University of West of England Bristol and an off-campus college in London offering pathways to 7 leading well-ranked UK universities.
What we offer
As well as a competitive salary hybrid/home working where possible and paths for career progression we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
28 days annual leave*
Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family
24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services
Company pension contributions
Maternity Adoption Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels
Medicash Health Cash Plan
*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time.
How to apply
Please apply with CV and cover letter no later than 11pm on 28th September 2025. Note we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.
Application Support
If you require support completing your application or wish to talk to someone about the role before applying please email the Recruitment Team .
Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments
At Kaplan International Pathways were dedicated to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive global workforce. As equal opportunity employers we ensure fair treatment for all employees safeguarding them from discrimination based on protected characteristics as defined in the Equality Act 2010 and beyond.
We actively welcome individuals from varied backgrounds to apply for roles within our organisation appreciating the distinct viewpoints and contributions they offer. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups including diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds LGBTQ individuals women people with visible and hidden disabilities and individuals of any age or family status.
Following the submission of an application applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.
Employee Resource Group
Furthermore we proudly endorse and providea platform for our Employee Resource Groups such asKaplan Pride Higher Ground Race Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage Group and Parents and Carers. These groups serve as vital forums for support connection and advocacy within our company
Following the submission of an application applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
