Interim Head of Events & Marketing

Interim Head of Events & Marketing

Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Cover (starting January 2027)

c£50k + Benefits

Introduction

The Investor Relations Society, the UK’s professional body for investor relations, is seeking an energetic, proactive Events & Marketing Executive to join our executive team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a varied role, and wants to play an important part in growing and nurturing a vibrant professional community. Working in a small, highly collaborative team, you’ll be central to delivering a programme of high-quality events, and responsible for the operational delivery of cross-channel marketing activity with a focus on digital channels.

We’re based at Birchin Court in the heart of the City of London. We operate a hybrid work structure, with two to three days a week in the office and increased presence around key events.

About the role

The Investor Relations Society is looking for an energetic, experienced and highly organised individual to join its executive team as Head of Events & Marketing on a fixed-term maternity cover contract.

The role is responsible for leading the planning and delivery of the Society’s annual events programme, comprising approximately 40 online and in-person events each year. This includes our two flagship events, the Annual Conference and the Best Practice Awards dinner, alongside webinars, networking events, breakfasts, dinners and other member events.

The role also oversees operational delivery of the Society’s marketing activity and commercial partnerships, ensuring that our events, products and services are supported by coordinated and engaging campaigns. They will develop relationships with sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, suppliers and other external partners, while working closely with colleagues and the Society’s Events Committee.

The successful candidate will be comfortable moving between strategic planning, stakeholder management and the practical delivery of events and campaigns. They will also contribute to the Society’s wider organisational planning and provide effective management and support to the Marketing and Events Executive.

An existing understanding of investor relations or financial markets would be advantageous, but we also welcome applicants with an interest in developing their knowledge of the sector.

Key responsibilities

Events strategy and delivery

• Lead the development and delivery of the Society’s events strategy and annual programme.
• Take overall responsibility for approximately 40 events each year, including the Annual Conference and Best Practice Awards.
• Plan and deliver a varied calendar of conferences, awards, webinars, networking events, breakfasts, dinners and other member events.
• Work collaboratively with venues, suppliers, contractors and other external partners.
• Ensure that events consistently deliver a high-quality experience for attendees, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors.
• Monitor attendance, satisfaction, engagement and commercial performance to inform future planning.
• Ensure appropriate links between the Society’s events programme and its professional development courses, qualifications and wider activities.

Marketing and communications

• Develop and implement integrated marketing campaigns for the Society’s events, products and services, working closely with colleagues to ensure activity is aligned with commercial priorities.
• Oversee the development of event marketing materials and promotional content before, during and after events.
• Use the Society’s database and communications platforms to identify and engage relevant audiences.
• Drive audience growth, event attendance and engagement across the Society’s communication channels.
• Support the drafting and editing of website, social media, email and publication content.

Sponsorship and commercial partnerships

• Develop and maintain sponsorship packages and partnership opportunities for the Society’s events, products and services, maintaining strong relationships with sponsors, exhibitors and commercial partners.
• Lead the fulfilment of sponsorship and exhibitor agreements, ensuring that agreed benefits are delivered professionally and effectively.
• Work towards agreed sponsorship and commercial revenue targets.

Leadership and collaboration

• Develop and drive an integrated approach to events, marketing and sponsorship, identifying opportunities to use content across multiple channels.
• Manage, support and develop the Marketing and Events Executive.
• Manage key suppliers, contractors and external partners.
• Contribute to the Society’s organisational leadership, strategy and annual planning.
• Support the wider work of the Society and contribute to the delivery of a consistently high-quality service to members and stakeholders.

About You

The successful candidate is likely to have:

• Significant experience of planning and delivering a varied programme of events from concept to completion.
• Experience of delivering large-scale events, particularly conferences, awards ceremonies or formal dinners.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage several events, campaigns and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience of developing and implementing integrated marketing campaigns.
• Experience of working with sponsors, exhibitors or commercial partners.
• A good understanding of event budgeting, financial management and revenue generation.
• Experience of managing external venues, suppliers, contractors and event partners.
• Experience of using data, feedback and performance measures to evaluate events and campaigns.
• Line-management experience and the ability to support and motivate colleagues.
• A proactive, flexible and hands-on approach.

Desirable experience

The following would be advantageous:

• Experience of working within a professional body, membership organisation or similar environment.
• Experience of working in investor relations, financial services, capital markets or another relevant professional sector.

Working arrangements

This is a fixed-term maternity cover appointment based at the Society’s office in Birchin Court in the City of London.

The Society operates a hybrid working model, with employees normally expected to work from the office three days each week. The role also requires regular attendance at in-person events, some of which may take place outside normal office hours.

How to Apply

Please send a CV and short supporting statement (max 500 words), including your salary expectations and notice period if applicable, to [email protected]