The Events Manager plays a key role in promoting and enhancing the reputation of the LSE Phelan United States Centre as a hub and convenor for global expertise, analysis, and commentary on America and its role in the world.
The primary focus of this role will be to lead in all aspects of the Phelan US Centre’s events programme. This will include:
- Enhancing and implementing the Centre’s public events strategy to maximize engagement with academic, student and lay audiences.
- Leading on the management and delivery of the Centre’s events programme, including public lectures, faculty workshops, and seminar series.
- Helping to deliver the Centre Director’s international conferences and other programming and initiatives that advance US-centred research and facilitate university partnerships with US and other international institutions.
This is a demanding post requiring an enthusiastic and highly competent person able to multi-task, prioritise and to work to deadlines, and contribute to strategic planning. The post-holder must be proactive in their approach to their duties and be able to work with minimum supervision.
The responsibilities of the post will entail substantial work outside of ‘core’ working hours, primarily evenings but also some weekends. Time off in lieu (TOIL) is ordinarily available for out of hours work.
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities.
For further information about the post, including the the job description and person specification, and to apply, please see the role listing on LSE Jobs.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 3 November 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
Find out more about the Phelan US Centre's regular progamme of public events on our Events page.