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Shape the cultural landscape as an Events Manager at the prestigious British Museum and drive inclusive programming.
Overview
Salary £33368
Location London, UK
Nomad Friendly? In-person- London United Kingdom
Expires Expires at anytime
The British Museum is a treasure trove of human history and culture, housing iconic artefacts like the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies. As a world-renowned institution, it is at the forefront of preserving and showcasing global heritage, offering an inspiring environment for both visitors and employees.
- Develop and manage a broad range of adult events, including discussions, performances, and debates.
- Focus on creating inclusive events that attract and engage under-represented groups.
- Contribute to artistic planning and execution of high-profile events.
- Minimum level 3 qualification in arts/culture or relevant field.
- Preferably a degree holder or with equivalent experience in event management.
- Desirable: PRINCE2 certification.
- Strong communication skills and experience supervising teams.
- Proven organisational and project management skills.
Generous benefits include:
- 25-30 days of annual leave plus additional privilege days and public holidays.
- Membership in a defined benefit pension scheme.
- Complimentary access to museums and exhibitions.
- Exclusive Museum activities and learning opportunities.
- Various loans and discounts on services and purchases.
To apply, submit your application by 12pm on 02 May 2024. If you require additional support for your application, contact bmrecruit@britishmuseum.org.
The organisation - The British Museum Founded in 1753, the British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. The Museum is one of the leading visitor attractions and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures, Egyptian mummies, the Admonitions Scroll, and the Amaravati sculptures.
The role - Events Manager: Adult Programmes Join the Learning and National Partnerships team in this dynamic role, which is responsible for the delivery of a diverse and inclusive programme of discussions, performances, debates, and other special events. The postholder will play an essential role in the artistic planning of high-profile events which aim to widen participation from under-represented groups.
Job requirements The postholder would have a level 3 qualification or above in the relevant arts/culture subject and ideally hold a degree or prior experience with high profile event management in the sector. A PRINCE 2 would be desirable. Working with a variety of stakeholders, the postholder would have strong written and verbal English communication skills, and ideally have had prior experience supervising freelance staff. With competing deadlines and requirements, the postholder would have excellent organisational skills, be flexible, work with tact and diplomacy and be equipped with experience of project management.
Benefits The Museum offers a competitive benefits package including: Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 10 years’ service) plus 2.5 privilege days and plus bank holidays. Membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme. Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions. Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections. Interest-free travel, bicycle and rental deposit loans. Professional and personal development opportunities. Employee Assistance Programme. Discounts on food and gift shop purchases.
Applications details Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on 02 May 2024. If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of in order to support you with your application, please provide details to [email removed - click apply for more details].
