Senior Special Events Manager

Location: Central London (with hybrid working and UK travel as required)
Salary: £34,582 - £38,425 per annum + benefits
Contract: Full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract

Are you looking for a role within a charity where the work you do makes a real difference to people's lives? Are you looking to develop your fundraising experience with a sector-leading team? If the answer is yes, then our Senior Special Events Manager role could be for you.

Every cause is worth fighting for. This belief drives our Fundraising team to build strong supporter relationships and create inspiring experiences that raise the vital funds needed to make real change. Join us as Senior Special Events Manager, and help deliver events that mean everything to our supporters and the communities we serve.

About the role

As Senior Special Events Manager, you'll take ownership of large-scale, high-profile events - leading on concept development, sponsorship, and flawless delivery. Working alongside dedicated volunteer committees and senior supporters, you'll nurture and grow relationships at the highest level, ensuring every event achieves its full potential.

You'll manage a Special Events Executive, providing guidance and mentoring to help them thrive, while also acting as a key contributor to the strategic direction of the Special Events team. With creativity and innovation at the heart of your work, you'll bring fresh ideas and energy to our portfolio, ensuring we remain leaders in the sector.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and deliver major fundraising events, ensuring an exceptional supporter experience.

• Build and manage relationships with senior volunteers, committee members, sponsors, and corporate partners.

• Secure and steward event sponsorships and high-value donations.

• Manage budgets, monitor performance, and deliver against ambitious income targets.

• Line-manage and mentor a Special Events Executive.

• Work collaboratively across departments to maximise fundraising opportunities.

• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, ensuring best value and quality delivery.

About you

We're seeking someone with:

• A proven track record of delivering and growing large-scale events, ideally within a fundraising, marketing, or corporate setting.

• Outstanding relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders and volunteers.

• Strong organisational and project management experience, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Experience of managing budgets and consistently achieving income targets.

• A creative approach, with the ability to innovate and enhance supporter experiences.

• Line management or mentoring experience, with a collaborative and supportive leadership style.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with confidence in presenting to diverse audiences.

Why join us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to a charity with a powerful mission. You'll be part of a passionate, collaborative team, working with influential supporters and high-profile events that make a tangible difference.

If you're ready to lead, inspire, and deliver exceptional events with impact - we'd love to hear from you.

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