This is a senior, business-critical operational role accountable for the leadership, performance and flawless delivery of Whitechapel Gallery's full events programme, spanning high-value fundraising, commercial and programme-led activity. The Senior Events Manager will take full ownership of the end-to-end execution of a high-profile, high-value events portfolio, ensuring every event is delivered to an exceptional standard, on time and on budget, and achieves measurable outcomes across income generation, stakeholder engagement and organisational reputation. This includes playing a pivotal role in the successful delivery of the Gallery's 125th anniversary programme, where precision, creativity and operational excellence will be critical to delivering events of significant profile, scale and impact. Working in close partnership with the Director of Development, the postholder will translate strategic priorities into a commercially effective and deliverable events programme that reflects the ambition and profile of Whitechapel Gallery. They will lead the end-to-end planning and execution of a diverse and high-profile portfolio, overseeing complex logistics, suppliers and stakeholder relationships to ensure seamless delivery. Operating within a dynamic cultural environment, the role demands a meticulous, solutions-focused approach, with accountability for delivering events to an exceptional standard, particularly in the context of the Gallery's 125th anniversary, where quality, creativity and precision are critical. Conditions of Work Contract: Permanent Essential Experience Please check our website for the full job description. Programme Leadership & Delivery Please check our website for the full job description. Please complete the application form and diversity monitoring form found on our website, and return to [email protected] by 10:00am on Wednesday, 27 May 2026. Interviews will be on Monday, 1 June 2026. However, we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.Job Summary
Job Description
Hours of work: Full time, 36.25 hours per week
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Probationary period: 6 months
Notice period: 3 months. During the probation period the notice is 2 weeks in writing on either side.
Due to the nature of the job, some evening and weekend work will be required, as well as occasional travel. This will be compensated by time off in lieu.Job Requirements
- Significant experience delivering complex, high-profile events programmes, ideally within arts, cultural, charity or commercial venue environments
- Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent events within demanding and fastpaced environments
- Strong experience of budget management, financial accountability and operational delivery at scale
- Demonstrable experience of supplier management, procurement and contract negotiation
- Experience of managing or supervising staff within a delivery-focused environment Job Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of the Gallery's annual events programme, including fundraising galas, donor cultivation events, exhibition openings, private views and commercial venue hire
- Take full accountability for endto-end event delivery, from initial concept and planning through to execution and post-event evaluation
- Deliver the Gallery's flagship fundraising gala, ensuring all operational, production and logistical elements are executed to the highest standard
- Ensure all events are delivered in line with organisational priorities and provide a consistently highquality experience for audiences, donors and stakeholders Useful Links
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