Marketing Events Manager

Waracle are looking for a Marketing Events Manager for an exciting new role joining our world-class digital technology consultancy and home to a diverse, smart, curious and ambitious community of specialists in technology-driven transformation.

We work with ambitious clients to help them solve their biggest business and customer challenges. We help our clients to innovate and create intelligent digital products and services. We thrive on complex  challenges and deliver business-critical IT transformation projects, moving seamlessly from strategy, design and delivery to operations.

This is a flexible hybrid role, with 2 days a week in our Edinburgh office and regular travel to other UK offices to support events.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of Waracle’s UK events programme, bringing our brand to life through engaging, high-impact experiences that build relationships, generate demand and connect communities. 

From exclusive executive breakfasts and dinners to industry expos, partnership events and community meetups, you’ll shape memorable experiences from concept through to delivery and follow-up. 

Working collaboratively with colleagues across Marketing, Sales, Delivery and our practice communities, you’ll play a key role in bringing people together, strengthening Waracle’s presence in the market and making every event count. 

Key aspects of the role include

• Plan, budget and deliver a calendar of events across three streams: demand generation (executive breakfasts, dinners and roundtables), brand awareness (expos, conferences and partner events) and community (practice meetups and talks).

• Manage every stage of delivery: venue and supplier selection, contracts, logistics, speaker and guest management, on-the-day running and post-event wrap-up.

• Work with sales and account teams to build guest lists, personalise invitations and make sure every event supports a clear commercial or brand objective.

• Own the end-to-end attendee experience, from the first invitation to the follow-up conversation.

• Build and maintain relationships with partners, venues, sponsors and community members.

• Coordinate with content, design and digital colleagues on event promotion, collateral, social coverage and post-event content.

• Set success measures for each event, track attendance, pipeline influence and engagement, and report on what worked and what didn't.

• Keep our event data tidy and handled responsibly, in line with GDPR and our data handling policies.

• Look for ways to improve each event, using attendee feedback and your own observation.

Research shows that underrepresented groups tend to only apply for roles that they believe they meet 100% of the criteria for. At Waracle, we want to buck that trend! We hire for passion, potential and mindset as much as credentials. If you think you'd be incredible in the role, then apply - even if you don't think you tick every box!

What you'll bring

Experience

• Around 3 years or more experience in events, ideally in professional services, fintech, healthtech, or technology consultancy.

• A track record of delivering small, high-touch events as well as larger formats.

• Confident managing budgets, suppliers and tight timelines.

• A high standard of executional excellence and delegate experience.

Qualities

• Self-motivated. You see what needs doing and do it, without waiting to be asked.

• Diligent and dependable. People can rely on you to follow things through.

• Obsessive, in a good way, about detail and the experience of the person in the room.

• Calm under pressure and good at solving problems quickly when plans change on the day.

• A clear, warm communicator who is comfortable with senior guests and busy internal stakeholders.

• Curious about our sectors and about how digital products get made.

Useful but not essential

• Experience with CRM and marketing automation tools, and with event platforms.

• Experience in regulated sectors such as healthcare or financial services.

• Familiarity with running communities or meetups

What to expect from our hiring process

• 1. First Hello: An informal chat with your dedicated Talent Attraction Partner to talk about Waracle, what you want out of your next move, salary, benefits, and office hybrid working model.

• 2. Talking Impact: Meet the team for a conversation about your background, experience and what you could bring to the role. We’ll explore your approach to the work, your relevant skills and how your experience aligns with the opportunity at Waracle.

• 3. Craft Showcase: A practical presentation that gives you the opportunity to demonstrate your craft expertise, showcase your approach to event planning and delivery, and bring your experience to life through real-world examples.

Your Talent Attraction Partner will be in your corner through every step right up to your Welcome Ritual on day one!

We believe in supporting our team, inside and outside of work. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:

• Rest & Recharge: You'll receive 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, totaling 35 days of holiday to unwind and pursue your passions.

• Financial Future & Security: Plan for retirement with our company-matched 5% pension contribution. For added peace of mind, we also offer a Death in Service benefit, providing 2 x your annual salary for your loved ones.

• Health & Wellness: Our Medicash Health Cash Plans help cover everyday healthcare costs, complemented by an Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support, and Group Sickness Cover for peace of mind.

• Flexible Working: We champion hybrid working, providing a home office setup budget to ensure you're comfortable and productive wherever you are.

• Learning & Development: Invest in yourself with access to Udemy Business and a dedicated learning and development budget for continuous growth.

• Lifestyle Perks: Make the most of our Cycle to Work Scheme, and enjoy exclusive gym and retail discounts.

• Family First: Our enhanced parental leave policies include support for fertility journeys, recognising diverse family needs.

• Community & Connection: We foster a vibrant culture with regular fun meet-ups and lunch on us in the office once a month. You'll also have the opportunity to make a local impact through Spirit of Waracle, our initiative for getting involved in charitable causes locally, building strong team bonds and giving back.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.