Conference Organiser (Event Management)

TL;DR

Conference Organiser (Event Management): Planning and executing high-quality in-person and online academic conferences and corporate marketing events with an accent on logistics, program development, and stakeholder coordination. Focus on managing event platforms, negotiating vendor contracts, and ensuring the positive visibility of the hirify.global brand.

Location: In-office role based in Manchester city centre

Company

hirify.global is a pioneer in scholarly, open access publishing that fosters open scientific exchange across all disciplines.

What you will do

• Oversee the full lifecycle of multiple annual academic events, from planning and logistics to financial reconciliation.
• Liaise with event stakeholders, including journal editors, academic societies, speakers, and external vendors.
• Manage event platforms, handling abstract submissions, registrations, and payment processing.
• Co-develop and execute marketing and promotional plans in collaboration with the design team.
• Negotiate vendor contracts and track revenues/expenses within the assigned budget.
• Coordinate the scientific program by processing abstracts and collaborating with contributors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (required); Master's in Event Management, Hospitality, Tourism, or Communications preferred.
• Certification or accreditation in event management is required.
• 2–5 years of event coordination experience.
• Familiarity with academic publishing and scientific communities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with online registration systems (e.g., Sciforum).
• Strong project coordination skills and ability to work under pressure.

Nice to have

• Scientific background.
• Master's degree.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours (start 7-9am, finish 3-6pm).
• Paid time off for special occasions like marriage or moving house.
• Health Cash Plan via Bupa (after probation) for dental and prescriptions.
• Access to Perkbox for retail, travel, and tech discounts.
• Cycle and Tech schemes for tax-efficient purchases.
• Modern city centre office with a friendly culture and regular social events.