Student Events & Engagement Manager – BIMM University

At BIMM University, we're more than just an educational institution; we're a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

About The Role

As Student Events & Engagement Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of an engaging, inclusive, and industry-aligned programme of events and engagement activity across the campus. You will play a central role in shaping experiences that enhance employability, belonging, collaboration, and community throughout the student lifecycle. Working closely with academic colleagues, professional services, the Student Association, and external partners, you will ensure activity is impactful, well-coordinated, and responsive to student needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of a campus Events & Engagement Plan aligned with the University’s Student Engagement strategy.
• Plan, promote, and deliver a calendar of high-impact events that enhance student experience, employability, and cross-campus collaboration.
• Provide campus leadership for the successful delivery of core institutional events, including Welcome activities, creative showcases, community-building initiatives, and flagship moments across the academic year.
• Lead the operational delivery of events, coordinating venues, equipment, technical requirements, guests, staff, and students, including streamed and hybrid activities.
• Build effective relationships with academic teams, Creative Futures, the Student Association, and other services to ensure joined-up and coherent engagement activity.
• Work collaboratively to deliver masterclasses, industry talks, guest sessions, and industry-facing events.
• Support strong student leadership and student voice activity, ensuring student perspectives inform engagement and community-building initiatives.
• Work with Marketing and other stakeholders to promote activity through appropriate channels, including digital and social media platforms.
• Use data and insights to evaluate attendance and engagement, informing continuous improvement and future planning.
• Manage events and engagement budgets and resources effectively, ensuring compliance with University policies, regulatory expectations, and health and safety requirements.