Events Manager - 10 Months Maternity Cover
Events Manager - 10 Months Maternity Cover
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Job Description
WSETs purpose is to empower people through inspiring learning experiences all over the world. We offer a comprehensive suite of globally recognised qualifications covering wines spirits and sake.
We are the worlds leading provider of qualifications in wines spirits beer and sake delivering over 140000 exams each year to candidates in over 70 countries via our network of Approved Programme Providers (APPs).
WSET is a global organisation and we areproud to have people who work for us allover the world. We have people in Australia Canada China Hong Kong Singapore and the USA as well as the UK.
The successful applicant will contribute to a culture of integrity empowerment dynamism and inclusivity within WSET.
Any offer of employment or your ongoing employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a thorough background check by an independent third party. NB If you currently work for one of WSETs APPs (Approved Programme Provider) you may not be eligible to apply for this role subject to your future career plans and the nature of that role. If you work for an APP either in a selfemployed or employed capacity and would like to discuss your eligibility please contact the hiring manager.
This maternity cover position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Events Manager with a passion for delivering impactful digital engagement and communitybuilding experiences on a global scale.The Events Manager will be responsible for programming and delivering a diverse and dynamic annual enrichment webinar programme ranging from globally accessible sessions to customer and community focused engagements. This includes developing and managing industry panel webinars that provide valuable insights and thought leadership.
The Events Manager will also lead the development and delivery of WSETs high profile flagship events the Global APP Summit (virtual) and Graduation 2026 (hybrid). In addition to managing our global events programme you will work closely with the digital marketing team to maximise webinar attendance through effective promotion. You will also be encouraged to identify new collaboration opportunities and share ideas.
Additionally you will ensure that event processes are consistently adopted across the wider organisation providing guidance and support as required.This is a busy and fastpaced role that requires excellent organisational skills high attention to detail and the ability to build and manage effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be highly collaborative creative and proactive with proven experience in endtoend event management and event marketing.Our events programme is evolving so flexibility and a passion for both digital and inperson events is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Webinar programme management: curate and deliver a diverse range of webinars and panel talks ensuring alignment with global marketing themes and securing a wide range of speakers (approx. 30 sessions annually)
Virtual conference management: Plan and deliver the annual virtual Global APP Summit in September 2025 coordinating all aspects from speaker management to audience engagement
Lead the preparations for Graduation 2026 and the transition to our new venue.
Event communications: Write engaging copy and build emails for event invitations reminders and postevent followups
Event marketing: Collaborate with the global marketing team to develop promotional plans and assets ensuring consistent brand representation
Budget and supplier management
Risk assessments and contingency planning
Providing best practice guidance across WSET
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list and responsibilities may evolve in accordance with strategic priorities and team objectives.
Essential skills and competencies
Extensive experience in endtoend event management including digital and hybrid events with a proven track record of delivering impactful and highquality activity.
Demonstrated ability to manage a busy events programme with exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
Experience delivering inclusive digital events on an international scale particularly across APAC Americas and EMEA.
Strong stakeholder management skills with experience building and maintaining effective relationships internally and externally.
Excellent written communication skills with experience producing inspiring and engaging event communications.
Proficiency in using event management and email marketing platforms including Zoom webinar Accel Events (or similar) Eventbrite and Dot Digital.
Strong budget management and reporting skills.
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload
A proactive team player with a positive and adaptable approach.
Desirable skills and competencies
Professional events or marketing qualification
Proficiency in CRM ideally Microsoft Dynamics
Experience using design tools such as Figma.
UK Benefits
Annual Leave 27 days pa public holidays increases with service; ability to buy/sell 5 days
Pension (Generous options availableafter three months)
Health insurance (after three months):
Vitality scheme post probation Access to virtual GP appointments Rewards include Caffe Nero drinks Cinema Tickets Apple Watch Cash Back on Waitrose shopping 75 off at Champneys 6 month subscription with HeadSpace Discounted Weight Watchers membership and gyms Smoking Cessation day worth 300 and half price health screens
Eye voucher scheme
Food and drink in the office
Nespresso coffee makers and a range of other drinks fruit cereals soups
Season ticket & gym membership loan scheme
Group income protection scheme
EAP
24/7 confidential help and support from trained counsellors and advisors
Death in service
4x annual salary paid to nominees with associated bereavement support for family
Enhanced family friendly leave and pay
Celebration vouchers
Cycle2Work scheme
Discretionary bonus
Development WSETs inhouse training and qualifications in Wines Spirits Sake and Beer as well as other professional development opportunities
Employment Type
Full Time
