Are you a creative and driven events professional with a passion for delivering unforgettable experiences?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Events Lead to join our dynamic team. In this exciting role, you’ll take the lead on planning and delivering a diverse range of events that inspire and engage our vibrant student community. From large-scale welcome weeks to thought-provoking campaigns and inclusive social activities, you’ll help shape student life at MMU and make a real impact every day.

Who are we?

Located in the heart of Manchester, The Union is part business, part charity, part membership body. Operating independently from Manchester Metropolitan University, our aim is to support and represent each one of our student members.

Our team of around 60 full time and up to 150 part time staff, work alongside elected student leaders to support all aspects of student life. We are committed to supporting all 39,000 of our student members to achieving personal success.

We do this by running a variety of services including sports clubs, societies, change campaigns, volunteering opportunities, student representation and an advice service. We also host events in our conferencing facilities and operate a bar, shop, pub and coffee shop, as well as a range of social spaces and bookable study rooms.

The Union is one of 550 students’ unions across the country. And we’re one of the most exciting—with over 39,000 student members and 100 student groups, a huge range of services and a bold strategy.

What's the job?

As Events Lead, you’ll design, plan and manage a wide range of events ensuring smooth execution and high participant engagement. You’ll manage event budgets and post-event evaluation, and work with the communications team to ensure timely promotion.

You’ll be part of the Business Development Team that works collaboratively with colleagues across The Union to plan and deliver a varied, engaging and inclusive events programme for our diverse student community. You’ll also plan and manage events for union staff, university staff and external audiences in support of The Union’s strategic and operational goals.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with exceptional organisational skills with previous experience of working in event management, planning or another related role.

You will be comfortable working under pressure by balancing multiple tasks simultaneously.

You will be a great communicator who can work as part of a team with a wide variety of staff, students and stakeholders.

Why apply?

There has never been a better time to work for The Union. Based just off Oxford Road, in the centre of vibrant Manchester, The Union will train you thoroughly, reward you well and encourage you to build a long-term career that inspires you.

The exact opposite of corporate, we’re progressive, creative individuals working to make a difference in unconventional workplaces. In return for your passion and experience, we offer the flexibility for work-life balance, a competitive salary for the non-profit sector and excellent holiday allowance. We’re absolutely open to considering requests for job-share or part-time working.

We’re committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability status.

We want to support diverse and inclusive work environments and are actively looking for people who share our values. We particularly welcome BAME applicants.