Head of Events & International Partnerships - Membership Organisation
Head of Events & International Partnerships - Membership Organisation
£50,000 – £60,000 + performance bonus
Hybrid (50% London office)
Full-time or part-time considered
Are you ready to shape an exciting technology events programme—while leading international activity for a fast-growing, award-winning organisation?
We’re looking for a strategic, commercially minded Head of Events & International Activity to take ownership of an ambitious events portfolio, drive international engagement, and play a pivotal role in the next stage of the organisation’s growth.
Why this role?
You’ll join a small, passionate, high-performing team that’s transforming the future of transport innovation. Following a year of major milestones—record membership growth, award-winning transformation, and over 50 successful events—we’re investing in a senior leader to elevate our events and international presence even further.
This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership, creative programme development, and hands-on delivery across UK-wide and global activities.
What you’ll lead
1. Strategic Planning & Growth
Shape and deliver the organisation’s annual Business Plan.
Set and manage budgets with clear revenue targets.
Develop compelling content and member value through Groups and Forums.
Identify new commercial opportunities, partnerships, and growth areas.
2. Events Programme
Own the delivery of the full annual events portfolio.
Lead five major conferences each year—covering revenue generation, logistics, operations, and content.
Deliver flagship events, including a major annual conference, high-profile receptions, and a 350-delegate industry dinner.
Build sponsorship pipelines and manage event communications and member feedback.
Explore and launch new event concepts and collaborations.
3. Groups & Committees
Lead the operational delivery of new Group activity and related meetings.
Manage elections for Group and Forum committees.
Oversee work programmes including initiatives such as the Early Careers Essay Competition.
4. International Programme
Manage relationships across a global network of organisations.
Coordinate UK presence at leading international trade shows—including major World and European Congresses.
Lead at least one overseas trade mission annually.
Generate revenue through sponsorship and international event participation.
5. Operations & Systems
Serve as Data Officer, ensuring GDPR compliance.
Oversee CRM and website updates via off-the-shelf systems.
Support strong internal processes and smooth operational delivery.
What we’re looking for
A confident programme or events leader with experience in large-scale conferences, stakeholder engagement, or international activity.
Someone commercially astute, creative, organised, and able to operate at pace in a small, collaborative team.
A relationship-builder who can engage senior stakeholders, partners, and sponsors.
The offer
£50,000–£60,000, depending on experience
Up to 5% annual performance-related bonus
Hybrid working (Min. 50% in-office – Moorgate)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension contribution
Benenden health cover
Interest-free season ticket loan
Flexible hours and openness to part-time arrangements.
Ready to lead a programme with real impact?
If you’re energised by delivering high-quality events, shaping international partnerships, and driving sector-wide innovation, this is your opportunity to make a mark.