Event Manager (Civic Engagement)UK Visa Sponsorship

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December 28, 2025
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Event Manager (Civic Engagement) to join our established Events team on a fixed-term basis. This role plays a key part in delivering a varied portfolio of high-profile events that strengthen civic, alumni, and global engagement for the University.

Working collaboratively with fellow events professionals, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and evaluating a wide range of events, including major institutional projects, alumni reunions, international receptions, and graduation ceremonies both in the UK and overseas.

A central focus of the role is to lead the development and delivery of the University’s civic and global events programme, ensuring that each event is strategically aligned, professionally executed, and responsive to diverse audiences.

You will also take on line management responsibility for an Events Coordinator (Grade 4), supporting their development and ensuring high standards across event delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, manage, and deliver multiple events simultaneously, from concept through to post-event evaluation
  • Lead the design and execution of an agreed portfolio of civic and global engagement events
  • Contribute to the delivery of major institutional events and overseas alumni activity
  • Manage budgets, suppliers, and logistical arrangements effectively
  • Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
  • Line manage and support an Events Coordinator, ensuring effective workload management and professional development
  • Monitor progress, assess risks, and ensure all events meet agreed objectives

About You

You will be a confident and highly organised events professional with at least five years’ relevant experience. You will be comfortable managing competing priorities and maintaining composure in fast-paced environments.

You will bring:

  • Proven experience delivering complex events to a high standard
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • The ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, senior managers, and external partners
  • Experience supporting or managing colleagues and contributing to team success
  • A flexible, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving

About the Division

The Communications, Engagement and Advancement (CEA) Division plays a vital role in supporting the University’s strategic growth and reputation. We work in close partnership with academic schools and external organisations in the UK and internationally to attract talented students and maintain meaningful, lifelong relationships with our alumni and supporters.

Through effective engagement and advancement activity, the division helps secure philanthropic support that enables world-leading research and innovation at Sussex.

Why Join Sussex

The University of Sussex is set within a 150-acre campus next to the South Downs, offering an inspiring working environment. The campus is easily accessible via public transport, with Falmer train station just a short walk away, alongside multiple bus routes and dedicated cycling paths.

As a research-intensive, internationally recognised university, Sussex values the contribution of every member of staff and is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace where people can thrive.

Explore:

  • Reward and benefits package
  • Equality, diversity and inclusion at Sussex

Sponsorship and Right to Work

All work for the University must be carried out within the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, subject to Home Office requirements.

  • SOC Code: 3557 – Events Managers and Organisers
  • Going rate: £41,700

Eligibility for sponsorship depends on whether the applicant already holds Skilled Worker sponsorship that commenced before 22 July 2025.

For further information, please refer to official UK government guidance:

Skilled Worker visa overview:
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Right to work in the UK:
https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work

Equality Act 2010 guidance:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/equality-act-2010-guidance

Further Information

The University of Sussex is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Key Dates

  • Closing Date: 15 January 2026 (04:59 AM)
  • Expected Start Date: March 2026
  • Contract End Date: 08 March 2027

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