Events Promotion & Sales Co-ordinator
Full-time, 35 hours per week (Fixed Term Contract until June 30th 2027)
Appointed at Grade 4:11 (Annual Salary £24,515).Please note that this annual salary figure is based on a twelve-month contract. Actual salary will be pro-rata to this, depending on start date
Applications must be made via our Online Application Form, which is available via our Recruitment Portal at https://susustaff.com/apply/
About Us
Swansea University Students' Union is an award-winning student-led charity and through our charitable and commercial activities and services, are the principal voice of students studying at Swansea University. We are led by elected students who reflect the ambitions, hopes and experience of our membership, and working together, we further their interests to bring about positive changes to improve their lives as students.
Who are we looking for?
We are recruiting for an Events Promotion & Sales Co-ordinator to develop and oversee a promotion and sales strategy which aims to maximise commercial opportunity across all Union venues, events and related campaign activities.
As a key member of the team, they shall ensure that all events strategies achieve their business objectives as well as liaising with other members of our team to showcase the Union and deliver an outstanding student experience.
Through extensive market research, the postholder shall provide competitor analysis, updates on latest consumer trends and opportunities for business development.
Based at both Singleton and Bay Campus, the post holder shall also support the Union’s operations at Bay Campus. This role will require regular late evenings and weekend work to support the activities of the events department and so access to appropriate transport is essential.
What skills will you need?
The successful candidate will ideally have a marketing or events qualification but this is not essential. They can have experience in a similar role within an events environment, including leading successful teams which will form a good platform for our own internal training. Preferably, they will hold a Personal Licence.
This role will regular late evenings and weekend work to support the activities of the events department and so a full driving licence is essential.
What do we offer you?
Alongside offering a fulfilling role with in a vibrant, welcoming organisation, we offer a competitive package including:
· A generous leave package
· Day off for your Birthday
· Access to Pension Scheme with Employer Contribution
· Flexible working policy
· Personal Development Opportunities
· Employee Assistance Programme
· On-site nursery
· On-site gyms
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Staff Networks and Wellbeing Support
· Access to all Union events such as Varsity, Summer Ball, Freshers and host of other events
The Union supports its staff through a dedicated Staff Wellbeing Policy and Strategy,
The Union is an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value the diversity of our workforce and are therefore, keen to encourage expressions of interest and applications from people currently under-represented within the organisation, these include but are not limited to those from the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
Applications Close: Midday Friday 24th July 2026
Interviews: Thursday 6th August
Expected Start Date: As soon as possible after successful interview and appointment
Further details and Job Description (also available in Welsh) can be requested from our HR Team at:
[email protected]
Pay: From £22,197.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
