Event Coordinator

Salary: Circa £26,000 per annum

Location: Fully Remote (with occasional travel to events and overnight stays across the North of England and Southern Scotland

Contract: Full-time (would consider part-time for the right candidate)

Reports to: Bionow Events Manager

About Bionow:

Bionow is an award-winning not-for-profit membership organisation at the heart of the life sciences sector in the North of England. We support businesses across biomedical, pharmaceutical, and life science sectors through a combination of high-impact events, awareness building, networking and valuable member services.

Each year we deliver around 30 exciting conferences, awards and networking events attended by 2,000+ delegates, connecting innovators and driving industry growth.

Bionow is a flexible employer offering a comprehensive range of benefits (some after a qualifying period) including pension, bonus, holiday purchase scheme and private healthcare insurance scheme. We are a small friendly team committed to a happy and supportive workplace environment; prioritising employee wellbeing, offering flexible working hours, fun socials and team building activities.

Role Overview

As Bionow Events Coordinator, you will play a key role in planning and delivering our annual events programme, working closely with the Events Manager to ensure events run smoothly and professionally. From liaising with venues and speakers to managing delegate communication and on-site logistics, you'll help ensure every Bionow event meets the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Events Manager in planning, promoting and delivering the Bionow annual events calendar, including conferences, awards ceremonies, networking sessions and webinars.

Liaise with venues and suppliers to arrange event logistics such as dates, catering, AV and signage.

Coordinate event communications: invitations, email campaigns, website listings, and social media promotion.

Manage relationships with speakers, exhibitors and delegates including sending communications and preparing briefing materials.

Provide on-site operational support during events, including set-up, registration desk, and liaising with speakers and exhibitors on the day.

Gather and analyse delegate feedback via post-event surveys.

Support development of new events and partnership opportunities.

Manage the events and info email inboxes, responding promptly to queries.

Upload and maintain event content on the Bionow website.

Provide general administrative support to the wider Bionow team as needed.

Person Specification

Essential:

2+ years' experience in an events coordination or events support role

Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail

Comfortable working remotely and managing multiple priorities independently

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Experience using online platforms such as Zoom and event registration software

Confident with Microsoft Office and content management systems

Willingness to travel occasionally within the North of England and Southern Scotland

Desirable:

Experience in the scientific/life sciences or non-profit/membership sectors

Knowledge of basic graphic design tools (e.g. Canva)

Familiarity with CRM systems and data handling

Knowledge of venues and suppliers in the North of England

Qualification in events management

How to Apply:

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience to

Closing Date:

Midnight on Sunday 22nd June 2025 (we may close earlier depending on volume and quality of applications)