Events Project Manager

Are you an experienced Events Manager or Programme Manager ready to take ownership of a high profile programme of events?

About the opportunity

WE Talent are recruiting for an Events Programme Manager to oversee a high profile programme of events for an established London charity.

You’ll take ownership of the overall programme, from planning and coordination through to delivery and evaluation. You’ll build on arrangements already in place, with occasional support from colleagues where available.

Working closely with public affairs, marketing and programme teams, you’ll bring everything together during a busy period, including multiple events taking place on the same day. You’ll balance event demands with the charity’s ongoing programmes and day-to-day commitments.

The role

• Maintain a central programme plan with clear owners and deadlines.
• Coordinate event leads, speakers, venues, travel and briefings.
• Track resources, dependencies, risks and changing priorities.
• Balance event requirements with existing organisational commitments.
• Confirm running orders, contingency plans and delivery readiness.
• Coordinate safeguarding, accessibility and speaker care with specialist colleagues.
• Keep senior colleagues informed and escalate decisions promptly.
• Support delivery at London events and respond to c...