Education & Skills Policy Advisor
Birdcage Walk, London

About Us

With over 115,000 members in 140 countries, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) has been at the heart of the mechanical engineering profession since 1847.

We strive to improve the world through engineering by developing engineers, promoting engineering, informing opinion and encouraging innovation.

We are Investors in People (IIP) Gold accredited, which reflects our organisation’s commitment to our employees who are a vital part of supporting our engineers.

We are now looking for an Education & Skills Policy Advisor to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis.

The Role

As an Education & Skills Policy Advisor, you will provide engineering education policy advice to the media, employers, governments, academic bodies and other institutions.

Providing thought leadership and expert advice to external stakeholders, you will work with members, the media and politicians, supporting our Education and Skills policy and promoting engineering education.

You will attend collaborative education boards to advise and assist with promoting engineering as a career, both internally and through external media opportunities, speaking about pathways into engineering and the different types of engineering roles available.

Additionally, you will:

- Write and deliver technically accurate engineering education and skills policy
- Conduct research with expert members and other organisations and commentators
- Develop and deliver campaigning policy positions
- Produce blogs, social media content, policy statements, case studies, campaigns and reports

About You

To be considered as an Education & Skills Policy Advisor, you will need:

- Experience of report and article writing
- Experience addressing sensitive issues, presenting complex data and providing feedback
- An understanding of current engineering education and professional development issues

The Benefits

- Salary of circa £45,000 per annum depending on experience
- 26 days’ holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Benefits including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance and private health cover
- Continuous training and career development
- A range of wellbeing benefits to encourage a healthy work-life balance

This is a brilliant opportunity for a skilled policy advisor with experience writing reports and articles to join our global organisation.

You will have the chance to embrace a holistic approach to professional development, where every project, report and media engagement contributes to your growth and impact. With opportunities for training, networking and skill enhancement, you will continuously evolve as an expert policy leader in the engineering landscape.

So, if you want to be part of a team that is driving innovation, championing inclusion and transforming engineering education for generations to come, apply today!

The closing date for this role is 26th April 2024 and this date can be brought forward if we have found the right candidate.

Please note that interviews will be held on an ad hoc basis as suitable applicants apply and an immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Other organisations may call this role Education Policy Advisor, Skills Policy Advisor, Engineering Education Policy Advisor, Engineering Education Advisor, Policy Advisor, Implementation Policy Advisor, Policy and Advocacy Advisor, Engagement Advisor, or Internal Auditor.

Webrecruit and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you are looking for an engaging new role as an Education & Skills Policy Advisor, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Events Executive
Birdcage Walk, London

About Us

With over 115,000 members in 140 countries, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) has been at the heart of the mechanical engineering profession since 1847.

We strive to improve the world through engineering by developing engineers, promoting engineering, informing opinion and encouraging innovation.

We are Investors in People (IIP) Gold accredited, which reflects our organisation’s commitment to our employees who are a vital part of supporting our engineers.

We are now looking for an Events Executive to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Role

As an Events Executive, you will oversee the end-to-end management and delivery of our portfolio of face-to-face, virtual and hybrid events.

Managing the set-up and implementation of conferences, seminars, webinars, competitions and lectures, you will oversee pre-event logistics and operations, negotiate with suppliers and venues, process volunteer and speaker expenses and co-ordinate event collateral.

Providing excellent administrative support across the events lifecycle, you will submit invoices for payment, compile joining instructions and email templates for events, arrange staff accommodation and monitor and report on customer feedback.

Additionally, you will:

- Ensure regular expenditure reconciliation with the Finance Department
- Liaise closely with sponsors and fulfil deliverables and contractual obligations
- Manage calls and deadlines for peer-reviewed papers

About You

To be considered as an Events Executive, you will need:

- Familiarity with events operations processes
- Outstanding time management skills
- Excellent customer service skills

The Benefits

- Salary of circa £29,000 per annum, depending on experience
- 26 days’ holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Benefits including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance and private health cover
- Continuous training and career development
- A range of wellbeing benefits to encourage a healthy work-life balance

This is a brilliant opportunity for an individual with exposure to event management to step into an engaging and varied role with our global organisation.

As you contribute to our mission of driving positive change in the engineering industry, you'll be empowered to make a difference, excel as an individual and thrive in a culture that values diversity, honesty and excellence.

So, if you want to be part of a team that's shaping the future of engineering events, one innovative experience at a time, apply today!

The closing date for this role is 26th April 2024 and this date can be brought forward if we have found the right candidate.

Please note that interviews will be held on an ad hoc basis as suitable applicants apply and an immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Other organisations may call this role Events Organiser, Events Assistant, Events Co-ordinator, Events Officer, Events Planner, or Conference co-ordinator.

Webrecruit and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you’re seeking an exciting new role as an Events Executive, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Senior Content Producer, Events and Training
Birdcage Walk, London

About Us

With over 115,000 members in 140 countries, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) has been at the heart of the mechanical engineering profession since 1847.

We strive to improve the world through engineering by developing engineers, promoting engineering, informing opinion and encouraging innovation.

We are now looking for a Senior Content Producer to join us on a permanent, full-time basis.

The Role

As a Senior Content Producer, you will be key to the development and delivery of a programme of exciting, technical conferences and training courses, focusing on addressing challenges in mechanical engineering. This is your chance to facilitate cutting-edge technical discussions and influence the direction of engineering and industry, particularly aligned with the IMechE’s policy areas.

Specifically, the Senior Content Producer is responsible for developing:

- Highly topical event programmes that deliver technical knowledge and drive attendance at the Institution’s conferences, seminars, and other events
- A portfolio of technical CPD training, designed to boost the skills of engineers and deliver real value to their organisations and employers

You will undertake detailed research with industry experts, including technical committees and special interest groups, to identify key topics and industry-leading speakers and trainers to deliver professional development programmes which address key engineering challenges.

Reporting into the Head of Programmes and working with project teams, you will promote and deliver a portfolio of repeat events and new professional development programmes to the engineering community, working with multiple delivery formats and subject matters.

About You

To be considered as a Senior Content Producer, you will need:

- 2 plus years’ previous experience in a B2B Conference Production role
- The ability to rapidly develop competent knowledge on diverse and highly technical topics
- Strong research skills, with the ability to conduct in-depth research interviews over the
telephone or through face-to-face meetings
- Sound interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with and relate to individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
- The ability to produce benefit-led copy for marketing collateral that drives enquiries and bookings, ensuring all copy produced is grammatically and technically accurate, in language appropriate to the market

The Benefits

- Salary of circa £38,000 per annum depending on experience plus bonus
- 26 days’ holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Benefits including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance and private health cover
- Continuous training and career development
- A range of wellbeing benefits to encourage a healthy work-life balance

If you are excited by the prospect of managing and building on a thought-provoking varied portfolio of events and training for our world-leading engineering institution, this is the perfect role in which to grow and develop.

Your expertise will boost the skills and value of countless engineers and organisations, enriching the future of engineering and adding value to what we do as well as the industry as a whole.

What’s more, we are committed to your professional development and, with Investors in People Gold accreditation, will support you to gain valuable experience, build upon your skills and grow your career.

Please note that interviews will be held on an ad hoc basis as suitable applicants apply and an immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Other organisations may call this role Senior Conference Producer, Senior Events Content Producer, Programme Manager, Events and Programme Manager, or Event Programme Manager.

Webrecruit and Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you want to join us in an engaging role as a Senior Content Producer, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for applications is 19th April 2024 and this date can be brought forward if we have found the right candidate.

This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.