Events Manager in City of London, London

Temporary - 3 months

Monday - Friday - Full Time

ASAP Start

£24.24 per hour

Based in London Office

Tate are working with an organisation that champions and protects significant places, supports thoughtful change, shares research and expertise, and works with communities, professionals and government to ensure the nation's heritage is understood, valued and cared for now and in the future.

We are seeking an experienced Event Manager to provide strategic leadership and hands-on delivery support for a high-profile programme of corporate, stakeholder and engagement events. Reporting to the Director of Communications & Engagement, you will shape event objectives and audience approaches while ensuring every detail is planned and delivered to a consistently high standard.

• Lead and coordinate a forward programme of events aligned with organisational priorities and key corporate moments.
• Advise senior leaders on event opportunities, stakeholder engagement and audience strategy.
• Deliver high-profile executive and stakeholder events from initial brief through to evaluation.
• Manage plans, timelines, budgets, risks, procurement and supplier relationships.
• Coordinate invitations, RSVPs, guest management, briefing materials and event logistics.
• Oversee delivery on the day, bringing together internal teams and external partners.
• Capture learning and evaluation to strengthen future events.

• Significant experience leading high-profile corporate, stakeholder or public affairs events.
• A strong track record of developing event strategies and programmes as well as managing operational delivery.
• Excellent project management, organisation and prioritisation skills.
• Experience managing budgets, suppliers and procurement processes.
• Confidence working with executives, commissioners, partners and government-facing audiences.
• The ability to work independently, balance competing demands and deliver at pace.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.