Events Officer at University of Salford

 About the team

The University Events Team are responsible for planning, managing, and delivering all University led events with the aim of raising the profile of the University and building and stewarding strategic relationships with its stakeholders and key external constituencies. 

Events include: 

• Summer and Winter Graduations at the Lowry Centre (Salford Quays) and on campus in Maxwell Hall, respectively, with over 6000 students graduating every year.
• Programme of lectures throughout the year featuring high profile names and professorial colleagues.
• Vice-Chancellor’s Awards.
• VIP visits and other high-profile activity that the University hosts, on or off the campus.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. Reporting to an Events Manager, the ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, highly organised, creative Events Officer who will work collaboratively with the wider team, across the University, and with external suppliers, to help deliver our varied programme of events.

We have 2 roles available. 1 x permanent and 1 x fixed term for 12 months. Please apply for both via this role.

About you

You will bring a passion for events, demonstrating experience from concept through to delivery (in-person and online), with a proven track record for delivering an excellent experience for guests and stakeholders.

You will have exceptional organisational skills, with an eye for detail, able to prioritise well and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

You will need to be a good communicator, with strong written and verbal skills, and be confident working alongside a variety of colleagues, building relationships.

What’s in it for you? 

Competitive salary – and excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave – plus the option to buy additional holiday days

Professional development – a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential

Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives

The perks! MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts

Wellbeing support –dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities, including discounted gym memberships

Sustainable Salford – We embed sustainability in all aspects of university life and have a commitment to becoming NetZero Carbon by 2038

Greater Manchester – Live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyle choices.

Team Salford – By joining us, you can be part of our ambitious journey and help make a real difference to the people and communities we support

However you identify, whatever your journey has been to get here, come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong!

Make your career UNSTOPPABLE  – apply today!