Proven experience in end-to-end event managementknowledge of fundraising or the charity sectororganisational skills with the ability to work strategically and meet deadlinesexperience developing KPIs and tools for successful eventsconfident in building relationships and briefing senior stakeholdersproficient in IT and event management tools (e.g., Salesforce, Cvent)Events OfficerWe’re taking the next steps in our strategy, aiming for significant growth to ensure our conservation work and commitment to nature continue, while making sure everyone feels welcome and can access our places. Dedicated to excellence, the National Trust is an exciting, vibrant organisation, caring for some of the country’s most beautiful and historic sites, and bringing our work and places to life.Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there’ll be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there’s flexibility on where you’re based at other times. You’ll be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview.As Events Officer, you’ll plan and deliver a portfolio of high-profile events to engage wider stakeholders, with support from the Events team and collaboration across the charity. These events help bring supporters closer to our work, thank them, and showcase the impact of their support. You’ll manage event communications, budgets, logistics, and compliance, including Health and Safety. Working closely with the Fundraising team, Director-General’s office, and others across the organisation, you’ll ensure impactful, memorable events.You’ll also assist the Events Manager in developing the long-term strategy for the events programme and bring it to life through execution. Additionally, you’ll manage an Events Assistant and work alongside the Fundraising Operations team to ensure events are relevant to diverse audiences.You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 30 March 2025 Interview Date: 08 April 2025To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiriesnationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustmentsnationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 161819IRC161819SwindonPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Mar 30th 71.4 mi from undefinedAt the National Trust, we care for special places where people and nature can thrive. We protect the nation’s coastlines, historic sites, countryside, and green spaces, ensuring everyone can benefit from nature, beauty, and history.We’re looking for an Events Officer to join our Fundraising team. You’ll organise a variety of events, from receptions and garden parties to lectures and online events, engaging donors, supporters, and stakeholders in our work to protect nature and heritage.Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon, SN2 2NACompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK36,621 pa