Events Manager (Internal Candidates Only)

Job Title: Events Manager (Internal Candidates Only)

Salary: : £28,500 - £35,625

Hours per week: 35

Location: At IOSH, we embrace hybrid working because we believe it's the key to achieving work-life balance, strategic success and fostering our collaborative culture. You’ll be required to work from our head office in Wigston, Leicester a minimum of 2 days per week. The remainder of your working hours will be undertaken from home.

Closing date: 29 April 2026

Interview date: 6/7 May 2026

About the role
At IOSH, we’re on a mission to raise standards across the health and safety profession. Events are a huge part of how we do that. We’re looking for an experienced Events Manager to project manage and deliver a range of large conferences, webinars/virtual events and co-ordinate IOSH’s attendance at large exhibitions.

This isn’t just about logistics and checklists. By creating high-quality events, you’ll help our members champion workplace safety and health. When this is done right, it quite literally saves lives. Your work will ensure our global membership stays informed, engaged, and equipped to keep people safe at work every single day.

What you will be doing

Delivering excellence: Working with colleagues from across the business you’ll deliver high quality events and learning experiences – in-person, virtual, and on-demand – that meet the high standards our members expect.

Working with experts: You’ll collaborate with volunteers, internal teams, and external partners to turn technical expertise into engaging, life-saving sessions.

Staying on track: You’ll take the lead on making sure every event is delivered on time, within budget, and to a high professional standard.

Improving how we work: You’ll contribute to how we manage event delivery coming up with ideas that ensure all events are engaging and interactive.

What you'll bring

We’re looking for someone who is organised, calm under pressure, and great with people. To do well in this role, you’ll need:

Event and CPD expertise: You have a proven track record in end-to-end event management, specifically within professional development or membership environments.

Strong project management: You’re highly organised and capable of juggling multiple projects and budgets with precision.

Great communication: You can build strong relationships with everyone from senior leaders and external agencies to our dedicated volunteers.

Digital confidence: You understand how to make virtual and on-demand learning just as impactful as a live conference.

A knack for problem-solving: You’re always looking for ways to differentiate what we offer and ensure our events support IOSH’s wider goals.

An analytical mind: You don’t just deliver; you look at the data to prove the value of our events and refine our strategy for the future.

Essential criteria

We’re looking for someone who is organised, calm under pressure, and great with people. To do well in this role, you’ll need:

Event and CPD expertise: You have a proven track record in end-to-end event management, specifically within professional development or membership environments.

Project management: You’re highly organised and capable of juggling multiple timelines and budgets with precision.

Great communication: You can build strong relationships with everyone from senior leaders and external agencies to our dedicated volunteers.

Digital confidence: You understand how to make virtual and on-demand learning just as impactful as a live conference.

A knack for problem-solving: You’re always looking for ways to differentiate what we offer and ensure our events support IOSH’s wider goals.

An analytical mind: You don’t just deliver; you look at the data to prove the value of our events and refine our strategy for the future.

Membership of, or working towards membership of, a relevant professional body is desirable.

How to apply
To apply, you'll need an up to date CV and some additional time to complete the application questions so we can find out more about you and your experience. Just click on the apply button below.

If you have any queries about the role or recruitment process please reach out to the recruiting manager or the People team.