External Relations and Events Manager

Job Description

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled External Relations and Events Manager to strengthen the National Heart & Lung Institute’s external profile and partnerships. Reporting to the Head of Institute (HoI) and Director of Operations (DoO), you will manage the HoI’s external activities, oversee key relationships, and develop new collaborations with industry, academia, charitable foundations, and the NHS.

A core part of the role will be designing, planning, and delivering high-profile events that connect NHLI with influential stakeholders, helping to expand partnerships and increase the Institute’s impact and visibility.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate the HoI’s external engagements, including her roles as Editor-in-Chief of JAMA and President of the Leducq Foundation.

Act as the primary contact for industry, academic, NHS, and charitable partners.

Research and assess new partnership opportunities, providing strategic advice and recommendations.

Lead the planning and delivery of internal and external events to showcase NHLI’s work.

Strengthen and expand NHLI’s external collaborations in line with the Institute’s strategic goals.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

Proven experience supporting senior leaders in complex organizations, ideally within higher education or research.

Strong project and event management skills, with a track record of delivering high-quality outcomes.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels.

The ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and deliver against tight deadlines.

What We Offer

The chance to develop your career at a world-leading university with global impact.

A sector-leading salary with generous annual leave and pension scheme.

Family-friendly policies, cycle-to-work scheme, and season ticket loan.

A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with active staff networks.

Further Information

This role is full-time (35 hours per week) and fixed-term for 24 months, based primarily on-site at Hammersmith Campus with some flexibility for hybrid working.

About Imperial

Imperial College London is a global top ten university where science, innovation, and education drive real-world change. By joining us, you’ll contribute to tackling the world’s biggest challenges—from global health to climate change—while being part of a diverse and supportive community.