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Our client is seeking an experienced Events and Community Engagement Manager to join their team at multi tenanted estate in Reading.
The successful candidate will be key in delivering a dynamic events and marketing strategy, engaging the local community and occupiers, and promoting the property.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the placemaking team to develop and execute event and community engagement strategies, managing quarterly reviews and working sessions on site.
- Oversee and deliver a comprehensive marketing and events campaign throughout the year.
- Act as the brand ambassador for the estate, managing digital assets (website, social channels, intranet, app) and ensuring consistent brand representation.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with occupiers, visitors, and external partners, providing a welcoming and engaging experience.
- Organise and manage a range of events, including volunteer activities, wellbeing initiatives, and community-building events, such as annual signature events like regattas and dragon boat races.
- Foster partnerships with local organisations and stakeholders, such as the Reading Council, Wokingham Waterside Centre, and Network Rail.
- Ensure events are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with health and safety standards, coordinating with relevant teams and contractors.
- Regularly report on event performance and community engagement activities.
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven experience in delivering successful in-person and virtual events, with at least 5 years in a similar role.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Experience in creating engaging communications across digital and physical platforms.
- Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills, both internally and externally.
- Ability to think creatively and solve problems efficiently.
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, creative, and experienced individual to lead community engagement and event management at the estate, contributing to its position as a leader in the market.
