Event Manager will:

Establish budgets for agreed events and agree with Associate Director, Events & Programmes
Deliver these events to agreed budgets
Work with Associate Director and Programme Manager to create sector-leading agendas and attract the best speakers
Independently manage the selection of venues and online platforms (to spec and to budget) and relationships with all relevant suppliers (platform and app providers, caterers, contractors, equipment suppliers)
In collaboration with Marketing team, establish branding for events and roll out across online and print collateral
In collaboration with the Marketing team, plan and deliver marketing campaigns for agreed events, including drafting email communications and producing engaging copy to drive interest and registrations
Report regularly to Associate Director and BIA forums on progress with events launches, delegate recruitment, logistical plans and event contribution
Produce project plans where relevant and be 'on the ground' to manage these. Alternatively, to delegate sensibly and as agreed to other BIA staff
Delegate management - to accurately manage delegate lists, joining instructions and answer queries
Work with Senior Sponsorship Manager and wider BIA team to secure and manage sponsors to meet income targets, ensuring the financial success of each event
Fulfilment of event and annual supporter expectations
Manage post-event evaluation, and work with team members to address feedback and improve the event experience for delegates in a sustainable and ongoing way
Manage event content, pages and microsites on the BIA website
Accurately and systematically manage events functionality and bookings through our Event Management Software (Eventfolio) and MS Dynamics database
Assist and support other events team members with the running of BIA events

Degree or equivalent with absolute minimum three years' experience in managing events
Excellent organisational skills, able to work under pressure and within tight timelines
Ability to confidently liaise with contacts at all levels
Excellent oral and written communications
Experience in using all standard Microsoft programmes and managing online events booking functionality is essential
Experience of managing both live and virtual events is essential (e.g. Zoom webinars)
A self-starter who is able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Meticulous attention to detail and methodical approach to work
Problem solving, solutions-driven attitude
Proactive approach in offering assistance when required
Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics and online webinar platforms
Experience of working with an online content management system (website management)
Interest in life sciences and/or politics/public affairs
Experience of working in the membership or trade association sector
Experience of working with Corporate Members and Sponsors

The Bioindustry Association is the UK's trade association for innovative life sciences and biotech. We work with incredible entrepreneurs, scientists, business leaders, regulators, policy makers and advisors in a fascinating, vital and booming sector that spans global connections and the entire life sciences ecosystem in the UK., Building a thriving, diverse workplace is a priority across all industries. The BIA is committed to providing a fair and equitable working environment, to attract and nurture people from all backgrounds. We value the individuality and diversity that employees bring to the company throughout our activities.

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