Event Programme Manager

• locations
• Stratford (2 Redman Place)
• London

• time type
• Full time

• posted on
• Posted Yesterday

• time left to apply
• End Date: October 14, 2025 (13 days left to apply)

• job requisition id
• R031940

Event Programme Manager (Cancer Tools)

*Internally this role is known as Event Manager

£50,000 - £55000 plus benefits

Reports to: Head of Growth Marketing (CancerTools)

Directorate: Research & Innovation

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 35 hours per week

Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)please note there will be global travel involved in this role c4 times per year

Closing date: 13 October 2025 23:55

This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.

Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

Recruitment process:  Competency based interview over Microsoft Teams

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

We have a new opening for an Event Programme Manager in the

Cancertools.org marketing team, to co-ordinate and deliver our global events attendance and initiate our in-house events and webinar programme.

About the team

CancerTools.Org, the research tools arm of Cancer Research UK (CRUK), is a non-profit, global community of cancer researchers, academic institutes, and professional societies, with a shared mission to accelerate cancer research. With a history of more than 40 years of managing and providing reagents to both academic and for-profit laboratories around the world, CancerTools.org has been steadfast in its mission of accelerating cancer research by making research tools widely and easily available, extending CRUKS influence to a global audience

As a key member of the marketing team, you will report into the Head of Growth Marketing, lead and develop a comprehensive events strategy to increase lead generation, foster engagement and brand awareness with cancer researchers in academia and industry globally. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the CancerTools events programme, including logistics, collateral, giveaways, training and proactive efforts to drive lead generation and brand awareness through events in key geographies.

This role requires a creative problem-solver, who can find innovative solutions when required at events.You will be an adept communicator, as the role involves a high degree of interaction and collaboration with both internal (marketing team, event attendants from across CancerTools.org), third party vendors, KOLs and event attendees. You will have an in-depth knowledge of best practices and trends at global exhibitions to enhance audience engagement.

You’ll be joining a growing team of individuals passionate about what they do, so we are looking for candidates who thrive in a dynamic startup environment, keen to make the role their own and grow with us.

What will I be doing?

• Lead and coordinate a successful global events programme and strategy to drive new lead generation, raise brand awareness, engagement and build reputation amongst academic and industry cancer researchers

• Manage and oversee training of colleagues for clear objectives at events in line with event goals

• Manage budgets and resources to implement events successfully with forward planning to meet deadlines from third parties

• Develop a framework for selecting and prioritising events in line with CancerTools objectives

• Leverage and create engaging content for Social media, web and email channels to promote events to increase awareness and attendance

• Track the performance of events, and event-led initiatives against KPIs, monitoring and reporting impact, MQLs against target to management

• Monitor key trends and implement best practices at global exhibitions

What are you looking for?

• Graduate (within a scientific field with demonstratable marketing experience, or marketing/comms qualification)

• Demonstrable experience in event strategy

• Extensive experience in global event coordination, preferably in life science, research, or cancer/oncology related field )

• Strong organisational, time management, multi-tasking and project management skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Experience in global event logistics, shipping, booth design and event collateral generation

• Experience in digital marketing to include email marketing, (hubspot or similar platform experience) web and social media proficiency

• Experience in content and copy creation with a comprehensive understanding of brand positioning

• Excellent interpersonal skills with experience in developing strong relationships with key stakeholders

• Strong track record in managing and monitoring budgets

Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.

Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination  

Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism   

Human: Act to have a positive impact on people  

Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively

We’re looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.

If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we’d still love to hear from you.

What will I gain?

We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.

You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page.

How do I apply?

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.

For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us at recruitment@cancer.org.uk.  

For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.

We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible. 

Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.

About Us

As the world’s largest independent cancer research charity, we conduct research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Our aim is to see 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034 and our staff are integral to achieving that ambition. Cancer Research UK offers you excellent prospects to expand your career as well as the ability to make a real difference to the lives of others. We're always looking for sharp, brave, and collaborative people to join Cancer Research UK and continue to make it a great place to work. Find the career you're looking for and let us change lives together.