LeadershipProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementCommunicationDecision Making
About this role
Role Overview
Lead the planning and delivery of techUK’s full portfolio of flagship events of 18+ events including industry dinners, drinks reception and conferences.
Development of a strategic events roadmap aligned with techUK’s policy priorities, member needs and external opportunities.
Ensure all events meet high standards of content, production, engagement and brand visibility.
Line management of two members of staff.
Stakeholder management of senior internal clients, speakers, sponsors and venues.
Own the techUK sponsorship strategy across conferences, webinars, roundtables and large‑scale events, ensuring sponsorship packages provide strong value and align with partner objectives.
Cultivate relationships with prospective and existing sponsors, advising on suitable activities and building long‑term partnerships.
Manage sponsored content opportunities such as thought‑leadership webinars, blogs, branding promotion and lead generation.
Oversee end‑to‑end event production, including pre-event promotion, logistics, operations and on‑the‑day delivery.
Collaborate with programme teams to shape relevant and impactful event content.
Alongside the programme of flagship events, deliver networking‑focused events and private roundtables that support member engagement.
Propose, and gain Senior Leadership Team (SLT) agreement for, annual event and sponsorship revenue targets, monitor financial performance and manage event budgets effectively.
Evaluate event performance using qualitative and quantitative metrics, ensuring continuous improvement.
Report back to the SLT and Board on events performance in quarterly reports.
Identify and implement process improvements, including digital transformation, to streamline and improve the end-to-end customer experience.
Requirements
Proven experience leading complex event programmes, preferably in a membership body, trade association, policy institution or similar environment.
Demonstrable success in developing and closing sponsorship opportunities and managing sponsor relationships.
Strong project management and organisational skills, with ability to handle multiple simultaneous events.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strategic thinking and planning
Ability to design and deliver an events strategy that supports organisational priorities, policy goals and member engagement.
Commercial acumen
Strong ability to generate and grow revenue through sponsorship, partnerships and events activity.
Event programme leadership
Ability to oversee and deliver a complex portfolio of events to a consistently high standard.
Stakeholder engagement and influence
Ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders, internal teams and external partners.
Leadership and team management
Ability to lead a team and create a high-performance culture around event delivery.
Project and operational management
Strong organisational discipline and ability to manage complex delivery programmes.
Data-driven decision making
Ability to measure performance and improve the events programme using evidence.
Innovation and digital mindset
Ability to evolve events formats and improve customer experience through technology.
Benefits
This is a full time role based out of techUK’s London offices, however techUK operates a flexible working policy.
Comprehensive benefits.
Head of Events and Sponsorship at techUK | JobVerse