Schools and Engagement Events Manager

ICMP

. Support planning and delivery of major institutional events, including Welcome Week, Graduation ceremonies and student showcases .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeLeeds • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £0 - £36,692 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading schools outreach, student recruitment, and community engagement initiatives while effectively managing large-scale events. Proficient in developing strategic frameworks and utilizing data-driven insights to enhance engagement outcomes.

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Event ManagementStakeholder ManagementData AnalysisStrategic PlanningProject Management

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Hard Skills

Event LogisticsBudget ManagementRisk AssessmentEngagement Strategy DevelopmentOutreach Program DevelopmentRecruitment Pipeline UnderstandingWidening Participation KnowledgeFeedback EvaluationOperational Model DevelopmentCommunity Engagement

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsRelationship BuildingInfluencing SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsSalesforce

Certifications & Qualifications

Enhanced DBS Disclosure

Industry Keywords

Creative EducationArts EngagementStudent RecruitmentHigher Education EventsCampus Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support planning and delivery of major institutional events, including Welcome Week, Graduation ceremonies and student showcases
Act as a senior operational lead at flagship events across the organisation
Contribute to event frameworks, standards and processes ensuring consistency across campuses
Support management of event logistics, suppliers, budgets and risk assessments
Develop and implement a national schools engagement strategy
Use insight, data and feedback to identify trends, opportunities and improvements
Develop and lead engagement programmes with schools, colleges and community partners
Build relationships with educators, careers advisers, music hubs, creative organisations and youth groups
Develop workshops, talks, campus visits and outreach activities showcasing creative-industry opportunities
Lead Open Days, applicant events, taster sessions and campus experience activities
Represent the organisation at UCAS exhibitions, careers fairs and higher education events
Collaborate with Marketing, Admissions and Recruitment to develop engagement activities supporting student decision-making
Evaluate participant feedback and engagement outcomes to improve future experiences
Act as an ambassador for ICMP and SAE Institute

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience leading schools outreach, student recruitment, community engagement or large-scale events programmes
Proven ability to develop strategic frameworks, standards and scalable operational models
Strong understanding of recruitment pipelines, widening participation and conversion activity
Experience working successfully within complex or matrix environments
Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Strong analytical skills with experience using data to evaluate performance and inform strategy
Ability to influence and lead colleagues without direct line management responsibility
Outstanding communication and organisational skills
Demonstrable experience developing or contributing to engagement, outreach or event strategies
Demonstrable ability to balance strategic planning with successful operational delivery
Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-management skills
Strong organisational and project management abilities
Experience using feedback, evaluation and data to improve engagement outcomes
Experience within a creative, arts, media or specialist education environment (desirable)
Experience delivering Open Days, applicant events or student recruitment events (desirable)
Experience supporting Welcome Week, induction programmes or Graduation ceremonies (desirable)
Knowledge of widening participation, access initiatives or student engagement practice (desirable)
Experience working across multiple campuses or locations (desirable)
Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce or similar platforms (desirable)
Successful candidates must obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee Assistance Programme
Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme with Royal London Pension
Cycle to Work Scheme
Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Pay
Enhanced Paternity Pay
Occupational Sick Pay
Healthcare Cash Plan
Group Income Protection (Legal & General)
Life Assurance (Legal & General)
Season Ticket Loans
Ride to Work Scheme
Staff Discounts – Short Courses 2025-2026
50% off ICMP courses