Conference and Events Manager

Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with a leading professional membership organisation dedicated to advancing mental health practice across the UK, to recruit an Interim Conference & Events Manager.

Summary of the role

This role is twofold: You will act as the staff lead for a major July 2026 conference and support the transition of event delivery from a volunteer‑led model to an in‑house function. A fantastic opportunity for an experienced events professional who thrives in collaborative, relationship‑focused environments.

Details of the role

Job Title: Conference & Events Manager
Salary: £38,211 (pro rata)
Contract: 6-month FTC
Hours: Part‑time, 21 hours (flexibility on days)
Location: Remote, however attendance at the 3‑day July 2026 conference
Reports to: Head of Membership Services
Line management: 2

Responsibilities

Act as the staff lead for the July 2026 Annual Conference, working closely with the volunteer organiser and external PCO.
Maintain strong relationships with speakers, exhibitors, committees, branches and SIGs.
Ensure the conference is delivered to a high professional standard.
Support post‑event evaluation and recommend improvements.
Document processes, capture institutional knowledge and support the shift to an in‑house events model.
Contribute to the broader events calendar and relevant working groups.

Person specification

Significant events experience across in‑person, hybrid and online formats.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and operational detail.
Financial oversight including budget monitoring.
Stakeholder engagement with senior leaders, committees, volunteers and external suppliers.
Experience of evaluation and using data to inform improvements.
Change or transition experience within events or service delivery.
Collaborative and calm approach with the ability to build trust quickly.
Desirable: Relevant qualification in Events Management or similar
Desirable: Knowledge of professional membership environments

Conclusion
If you are an experienced events professional who can provide confident interim leadership, build strong relationships and support a major transition project, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now to be considered.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout