Alumni Engagement and Events Officer

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Cambridge seeks an Alumni Engagement and Events Officer to enhance their alumni relations programme. You will manage events, drive alumni engagement, and lead key projects like the Mentoring Month. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The role offers a salary of £31,000 to £34,000, with the potential for review in April 2026. This is a unique opportunity for growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in alumni relations and event management.
• Ability to nurture relationships with alumni and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills for planning events and projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the alumni relations programme with engagement projects.
• Curate a programme of events for alumni.
• Lead the Mentoring Month and student engagement projects.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivated and enthusiastic

Flexibility

Job description

Trinity College Alumni Relations and Development Office is seeking to appoint an Alumni Engagement and Events Officer to support the College’s ambitious and creative alumni relations programme. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic and busy office planning to launch Trinity’s first fundraising campaign and to develop relationships for the benefit of the College through events, and bespoke alumni engagement projects.

The post holder will work in tandem with the Alumni Engagement and Events Officer and be responsible for maintaining and nurturing a strong relationship between the College and its alumni through curating a programme of events, communications and engagement projects aligned with the College’s priorities. The post holder will also lead on delivering our highly impactful Mentoring Month and other student engagement projects. Occasional travel within the UK will be required. You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be motivated and enthusiastic about supporting projects at Trinity College and be willing to work flexibly as part of a friendly team.

This role represents an excellent career opportunity for a candidate to develop and consolidate their experience in alumni relations, relationship and volunteer management, event management, and communications.

Salary: £31,000 to £34,000*, plus other benefits.

* Applicants should be aware that this salary will be eligible for the College’s Annual Salary Review in April 2026

Further details and an application form can be found on the links below.

Closing date for completed applications: Thursday 29 January 2026

Interviews are expected to be held on Monday 16 February 2026.

Candidates should complete the application form and send a suitably worded cover letter outlining how they meet the requirements of the position.

This vacancy closes on January 29, 2026 - 11:59 pm