Innovations Events Officer

About the Role

Fixed-term contract until 31 July 2031.

The Warwick Innovation Hub is a creative, inspirational space with communities coming together to build innovation, enterprise and entrepreneurship.

This role will be instrumental in building and enabling communities and activities. Working across the Innovation Group teams, the postholder will lead the development of activities and programmes within The Climb and manage their delivery on the ground to ensure a buzzing and vibrant inspiration, education and incubation programme.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description.

About You

The successful candidate will be a highly organised and proactive individual with experience coordinating events in a busy environment.

You'll be an excellent communicator who can build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality customer service.

Strong administrative, financial and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently, apply policies and procedures accurately, and maintain exceptional attention to detail.

Experience in higher education, research or a service-focused environment would be advantageous.

About the Department

Part of Innovation Group and based in Junction, the Warwick Innovation District (WID) is a University of Warwick-led innovation ecosystem that brings together academics, businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, students, and public-sector partners to help turn research and ideas into real-world economic and social impact. It is designed to support business growth, innovation, skills development, commercialisation, and entrepreneurship across the region.

• Warwick Innovation District - We are Innovation in Action

How to Apply

To apply please complete your essential personal details and attach a CV and cover letter by 11.59pm on the closing date of Sunday 20th September 2026.

Please ensure your CV includes your most recent employment experience along with any additional relevant experience and education history.

Your cover letter should detail your motivation for applying for the role as well as detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.   

The interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

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