Special Events Manager

  • Panoramic Associates
  • Oct 09, 2025
Full time Other

Job Description

JOB ROLE: Special Events Manager - Maternity Cover LOCATION: London / Hybrid (Flexible) CONTRACT LENGTH: 12 months (Maternity Cover, likely extension TBC) SALARY: 34,420 per annum (pro-rata for 22.5 hours) HOURS / WORKING PATTERN: Part-time, 22.5 hours/week over 3-5 days

Panoramic Associates is currently working with a charity client to facilitate the appointment of a Special Events Manager on a fixed-term maternity cover.

This role is to lead the design and delivery of high-impact events for major donors, trusts, and corporates, supporting a multi-million-pound cancer campaign. You will line-manage a Special Events Coordinator and play a key role in cross-functional collaboration, operational refinement, and team culture.

Responsibilities of the Role:

  • Lead the planning and delivery of donor-focused events, including cultivation, stewardship, and campaign briefings.

  • Oversee all aspects of event administration, guest communications, and post-event follow-up.

  • Line-manage and mentor the Special Events Coordinator, ensuring operational excellence.

  • Collaborate with fundraising, communications, and operations teams to maximise donor engagement.

To be successful in the role you will have:

  • Experience delivering events in the charity or not-for-profit sector, ideally supporting major donors.

  • Strong organisational and project management skills, with attention to detail.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with high-value donors.

  • Familiarity with fundraising databases (Raiser's Edge preferred) and event management tools.

Next Steps:
This assignment is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover with a salary of 34,420 per annum pro-rata for 22.5 hours/week. The role offers hybrid working with 2 days in the office each week (1 day if working 3 days). Interviews will be taking place in the next few weeks; if you are interested in knowing more, apply today or contact Jake Associates.