Events Manager

British Film Institute

London

Salary: £43,755 - £51,465

BFI are looking for an Events Manager within the Philanthropy and Fundraising department

BFI are looking for an Events Manager within the Philanthropy and Fundraising department

Permanent contract, 41 hours per week

The role will be responsible for the end‑to‑end planning and delivery of high‑quality income generation and stewardship events that generate charitable and commercial income, elevate the charity’s profile, and reflect best‑practice standards in event delivery. Working across film, culture, commercial partnerships and philanthropy, the role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong project management capability, and a proactive, can‑do approach.

What you’ll do

• Plan, manage, and deliver a portfolio of income generation and engagement events and receptions, including film premieres, screenings, industry dinners and receptions, and bespoke supporter events
• Support delivering events internationally, including supporting the activities of BFI America, the B Plan, managing, and delivering a portfolio of income generation and engagement events and receptions, including film premieres, screenings, industry dinners and receptions, and bespoke supporter events
• Support delivering events internationally, including supporting the activities of BFI America, the BFI’s partner 501(c)3 US non-profit, to involve some work travel to the United States
• Lead end‑to‑end project management for events, including clear timelines, budgets, suppliers, logistics, guest list management and post-event evaluation

What you’ll bring

• Demonstrable experience in leading high-quality event production , including delivering income-generating initiatives in a competitive environment
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure; proven skills in negotiation and managing suppliers
• Ability to manage resources and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Demonstrable business acumen, with a clear sense of how to drive the best possible return on investment

Take a look at the full job description via the BFI website to learn more about the role and how you could be a great fit.

To apply:

Please visit the BFI website.

First interviews will be held Monday 29 June 2026

Second interviews will be held Monday 6 July 2026

BFI support diversity and inclusion, and as an organisation, recognises that they need to address under-representation within its teams. As such, they strongly welcome and encourage applicants from our underrepresented groups, who identify as D/deaf and disabled and/or are Black and Global Majority. They guarantee a place at the first stage selection process to underrepresented groups who meet the minimum requirements.

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The closing date for this position is 18/06/2026 at 23:59