Marketing and Events Manager

Position: Marketing & Events Manager

Salary: £35,000 – £38,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location: East London

Hours: Full time, Hybrid (1 day a week from home)

About the Role

A vibrant and forward-thinking Business Improvement District (BID), seeking a talented Marketing and Events Manager to lead on the development and delivery of creative marketing campaigns and cultural events.

In this unique role, you’ll be a key player in shaping the public face of two of London’s most dynamic districts. You’ll lead the design and implementation of events and marketing strategies that bring streets and spaces to life, working to position both BIDs as 24/7 destinations that are inclusive, engaging and culturally rich.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering annual events programmes and campaigns across both areas.
• Developing partnerships with arts, cultural and business organisations to enhance the local offer.
• Managing digital content, newsletters and websites.
• Leading on marketing collateral, branding, and BID communications.
• Ensuring legal, licensing, and safety compliance for events.
• Coordinating stakeholders including local authorities, businesses and community groups.

About You

We’re looking for a creative thinker and excellent organiser with experience producing events and delivering integrated marketing campaigns. You’ll be passionate about place-making, with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, inclusive approach.

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in marketing and events, ideally in public realm, cultural or community settings.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of event compliance and licensing.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines and multiple projects.
• A hands-on approach, with flexibility to attend events outside of standard working hours
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creative, community-led initiatives.
• Experience with platforms such as Mailchimp, Canva or Adobe, and knowledge of the City of London and Tower Hamlets, is desirable.

About the Organisation

NFP People is proud to be working with two highly ambitious BIDs that are transforming their areas through culture, creativity, and community. The organisations are committed to diversity and inclusion both in their public-facing work and internally. Passionate about delivering high-impact projects that benefit everyone who lives, works or visits their districts.

Other roles you may have experience of could include:

Events Manager, Marketing Campaigns Manager, Placemaking Officer, Public Events Coordinator, Communications and Engagement Officer, Arts & Culture Programme Manager, BID Marketing Manager, Community Engagement Lead.