Events Manager

Job Details

Policy Exchange is the UK’s most influential independent think-tank with a strong record of achieving policy impact across a wide range of areas. As Events Manager, you will have the opportunity to shape and influence the UK policy debate at the highest levels, to include hosting Prime Ministers, Presidents, and other world leaders.

Policy Exchange is looking for a confident, enthusiastic and politically minded person to manage an exciting and topical rolling programme of events. This will require working with a diverse mix of politicians, policymakers, business people and academics as well as liaising with suppliers such as venue staff, AV companies and caterers.

As Events Manager, you will run an event programme ranging from policy roundtables at our very centrally located in-house events space to receptions at other central Westminster venues with 500+ capacity. A core element of your role will also be to programme and logistically manage Policy Exchange’s presence at the political Party Conferences held each year in the Autumn.

To be a strong candidate you would have:

• Event management experience – a strong track record in planning and delivering events, including handling logistics, liaising with venues, and managing on-the-day operations. Experience in a political, policy, or think tank setting would be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent project management skills – an ability to juggle multiple events at once, meet tight deadlines, and maintain a high level of organisation and attention to detail.
• Corporate engagement experience – experience attracting and coordinating sponsorship of research programmes and events, for instance at the political Party Conferences, is preferable.
• Good database skills and GDPR knowledge – strong Microsoft Excel skills and an understanding of data protection laws (GDPR) to ensure compliance in event registrations and communications.
• Marketing & Audience Awareness – an understanding of marketing techniques, including digital outreach and creative promotion strategies, to maximise attendance and engagement.
• A keen interest in political issues and public policy.
• A ‘can-do’ attitude – being proactive and solutions-focused in your approach.
• A willingness to work out of hours from time-to-time to support the delivery of events – some events will take place in the evenings or require early morning starts. Although this is rare, we’d ask that you’re willing to adapt your schedule when needed.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and appoint on merit.

Closing Date

Friday 7th March 2025

Interview/Start Dates

We will interview on a rolling basis with the successful candidate starting late March/early April 2025.

Application Details

Please submit your CV along with a covering letter explaining your suitability for the role to sharon.hessey@policyexchange.org.uk