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Programme Manager (9-Month Maternity Cover)Location: London, UKContract: Full-time, Fixed-Term (9 months)This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a dynamic programme that supports emerging talent through events, mentoring, professional development, and industry engagement. You will play a central role in managing the day-to-day operations of the network, working closely with its Advisory Board and senior stakeholders across the industry.About the RoleAs the Programme Manager, you will ensure the smooth running of all programme activities, drive member engagement, and elevate the voice of early-career professionals within the wider industry. You’ll shape an annual programme of events, manage a popular mentoring scheme, and lead communications across digital channels.Key ResponsibilitiesProgramme OperationsOversee day-to-day management of the programme, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.Act as secretariat for the Advisory Board—organising meetings, setting agendas, managing admin, and driving progress.Support the recruitment of new Advisory Board members in line with term limits.Maintain close communication with the Advisory Board Chair on priorities and updates.Events ManagementDevelop and deliver a strategic calendar of online and in-person events, including seminars, networking sessions, site visits, and roundtables.Coordinate with internal and external partners to source venues, speakers, and topics.Ensure strong visibility and participation of the network at major industry conferences and events.Mentoring ProgrammeOversee the annual mentoring scheme, coordinating mentor–mentee matching, communications, and touchpoints.Encourage participation