Programme & Events Coordinator

Programme & Events Coordinator

Salary: circa £25,000 to £35,000 dependent on skills and experience + Bonus + Benefits

Permanent, Full time

Remote, UK

Join a Leading Organisation at the Heart of Life Sciences. At ELRIG, we're not just running events-we're bringing together the global life sciences community to connect, collaborate and innovate.

As a leading not-for-profit organisation, ELRIG connects over 22,000 scientists, researchers, innovators and technology providers through some of the industry's most respected conferences, forums and networking events. Our events are free to attend, open to all and trusted by leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology and life science organisations.

We're now looking for a Programme & Events Coordinator to support the delivery of our growing portfolio of events.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected organisation, working remotely as part of a supportive team. You'll help deliver high-quality conferences while gaining experience across the full event lifecycle.

Why This Role Is Different
Most event roles involve delivering conferences.

This role offers the opportunity to work on events that bring together scientists, researchers, technology providers and industry experts from around the world. You'll work with Scientific Committees, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors and delegates to deliver engaging events that support collaboration and innovation across the life sciences sector.

No two days are the same. One day you could be supporting a Scientific Committee meeting, the next managing speaker logistics, coordinating exhibitor deliverables or helping deliver one of our flagship conferences.

If you enjoy variety, taking ownership and being part of a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you

What You'll Be Doing

As a key member of the team, you'll support the planning and delivery of ELRIG's conferences, forums and networking events

Event & Programme Delivery

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of ELRIG's event portfolio.
• Help ensure event milestones, timelines and deadlines are achieved.
• Coordinate activities before, during and after events.
• Support the successful delivery of face-to-face, virtual and hybrid events.
• Speaker & Scientific Programme Coordination
• Act as a primary point of contact for speakers.
• Manage speaker communications, presentations, biographies and event logistics.
• Support the development and delivery of scientific conference programmes.
• Work with Scientific Committees to ensure programmes are delivered to a high standard.

Registration & Event Technology

• Manage delegate registration processes using event management platforms.
• Maintain accurate speaker, delegate and event data.
• Support poster abstract and scientific poster administration.
• Produce reports and event insights when required.
• Exhibitor & Sponsor Coordination
• Support the post-sales onboarding of exhibitors and sponsors.
• Collect and manage exhibitor and sponsor information, marketing assets and event requirements.
• Ensure contracted exhibitor and sponsor benefits are delivered.
• Maintain accurate exhibitor and sponsor data across event systems.

Event Operations & Marketing

• Support onsite delivery of conferences and networking events.
• Coordinate with venues, suppliers, AV providers and other stakeholders.
• Assist delegates, speakers, exhibitors and sponsors to ensure an excellent event experience.
• Support event marketing campaigns, communications and social media activity, helping ensure event information remains accurate and engaging across all platforms.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. You'll build strong relationships, manage multiple priorities and take pride in delivering high-quality events.

Essential Experience

• Experience supporting conferences, exhibitions or events.
• Strong administration and project coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with databases, CRM systems or event management platforms.
• Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Experience using EventsAir or similar event management software.
• Experience within life sciences, scientific, membership or not-for-profit organisations.
• Experience supporting hybrid and virtual events.

What You'll Get

Benefits

• Fully remote working.
• Flexible working hours.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional company "cool-off" days.
• Annual performance-related bonus.
• Private healthcare.
• Employer pension contributions.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

Plus...

• The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in science and drug discovery.
• A varied role with genuine responsibility and opportunities to develop your career.
• The chance to contribute to conferences and events that help accelerate scientific progress and innovation.
• A supportive, collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions are valued.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an organised, enthusiastic and proactive events professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Join ELRIG and help deliver the conferences, connections and collaborations that are shaping the future of life sciences.

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