Job Description

Location:

Remote, with travel to London and Kettering offices and external events where required

Reports to:

Event Delivery Manager

Salary:

25,000pa plus excellent benefits

Closing Date:

Thursday 16th October 2025

Please note, this role is fixed-term until March 31st 2026

About the role:

Are you a highly organised and proactive individual with a passion for delivering outstanding events? We're looking for an Event Delivery Coordinator to join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping CMI's regional, national, and international event portfolio.

From conceptualising engaging in-person experiences to seamlessly executing virtual and hybrid events, you'll be instrumental in increasing member engagement and upholding our high standards. If you're ready to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation and make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Supports the Head of Events, Networks and Regional Operations and Event Management team in developing an events plan to increase member engagement. Responsibilities include supporting regional, international, and flagship live events. Administers virtual events and webinars from conception to post-event analysis. Manages in-person events, ensuring adherence to processes, budgets, and brand standards. Develops event administration and optimizes booking systems. Processes purchase orders. Evaluates processes for improvement. Collaborates with marketing for event promotion and asset production. Acts as a CMI ambassador and adapts to changing circumstances. Supports the Event & Regional Board Operations Manager in developing efficient operational processes.

About you:

We are an inclusive employer and welcome all diverse backgrounds, where individuality is celebrated, creating both a forward-thinking team and a supportive space for everyone in the CMI team. We actively invite applications from diverse cultures and experience.

We are looking for someone who can enhance our culture and align with our core values. We want someone who is 'Passionate' in making a positive difference to the skills of managers and leaders, 'Practical'; with the ability to make quick and smart decisions, 'Progressive' about creating a better future and maintaining a 'Professional' code of conduct, through being accountable and ethical in everything that we do. Proven event coordination experience (virtual, hybrid, in-person). Streamyard and eventbrite software experience is desirable. Strong organisational skills; manages multiple projects, meets deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, collaborates effectively. Proficient in event management software and booking systems. Budget management experience, understands financial processes (e.g., POs). Detail-oriented, maintains high brand standards. Adaptable and proactive problem-solver. Passionate about exceptional event experiences and engagement.

Why CMI:

Are you looking to join a dynamic and ambitious organisation? At CMI, new leadership and management strategies are at the fore-front of what we do. We know the importance of fresh ideas and encourage new perspectives. We are a not for profit, Sunday Times Best Company To Work for 2024, with a Platinum Accreditation with Investors in People. We offer an engaging, flexible and collaborative culture with a wealth of opportunity for professional development.

It doesn't stop there. We believe we are only as good as the people that work at CMI and in turn offer a competitive benefits package for all employees:

Flexible working

- We are not a traditional 9 to 5, we are flexible with what hours you work and when you work. Our offices in both London and Northamptonshire provide comfortable collaboration spaces for team get-togethers

21 days' holiday + 8 days' Bank Holiday

+ 4.5 days allocated for CMI holiday over Christmas and New Year period

- with annual leave days increasing with length of service and the opportunity to buy and sell holiday

Wellbeing and mental health

- in-house mental health first-aid trainers and BUPA Employee Assistance for 24 hour support

Inclusion at our core

- Our colleague-led Inclusion Hubs for Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Menopause, Age, Disability and SocioEconomic are open for anyone to join

CMI membership

- take advantage of our amazing courses and become a Chartered Manager. Plus, CMI will pay your professional membership to one additional organisation of choice

Rewards and Recognition scheme

- cash prizes awarded to employees throughout the year

Pension

- we add an extra 6% of your gross salary to your pension pot every month after 3 months

About us:

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) sets the Professional Standard in Management and Leadership. We have worked with businesses and education providers to inspire people to unleash their potential through qualifications, apprenticeships and training to become skilled, confident and successful managers and leaders, resulting in Chartered Manager status - the ultimate management accolade, which is proven to boost individuals' career prospects, management capability and impact in the workplace.

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We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a high number of suitable applicants.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London WC2B 6SR