Speaker and Events Officer

Climate Group is hiring two Speaker and Events Officers in the UK to manage senior stakeholder relations and delegate logistics for Climate Week NYC. Responsibilities include registering speakers, inviting delegates to roundtables, and ensuring effective communication. Ideal candidates will have strong copywriting skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to climate action. The role requires flexibility to work U.S. hours during June-September.
Summary

Are you ready to contribute to lead on senior stakeholder relations and delegate management for one of the largest climate events in the world? We are seeking two proactive Speaker and Events Officers to support the seamless registration of high-profile speakers and delegates across Climate Week NYC. You’ll interact directly with leading figures in the climate space, lead on the invitations to our impactful roundtables and shape pre-event communications and attendee briefing collateral.

If you’re ready to contribute to globally influential climate events and work alongside leaders, join us to help drive meaningful climate action.

The anticipated start date for this fixed term position is week commencing April 7th.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Speaker and Events Officer with a passion for climate action to join a dynamic and ambitious team. You will be responsible for registering speakers, ensuring they have the logistical information needed and preparing adequate briefing materials to ensure a seamless event experience. Additionally, you will invite senior delegates to roundtables and provide attendees with essential event details.

Acting as a key point of contact, you will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to uphold Climate Group’s high event standards. Reporting to the Speaker and Events Manager, you will be well supported to play a critical role in ensuring that our events support Climate Group’s mission, bringing together the world’s most influential people to tackle climate change.

Key responsibilities will include:

Speaker Support
• Manage the end-to-end registration process for speakers, ensuring accurate data collection and efficient onboarding.
• Schedule and facilitate speaker briefing calls, providing key event details, session objectives, and audience insights to ensure they are well-prepared.

Delegate Outreach and Support
• Manage delegate invitations for roundtables, ensuring a targeted and strategic outreach to key stakeholders.
• Oversee delegate communications, maintain accurate records of delegate responses, tracking attendance and scheduling follow-ups as needed.

During and Post Event
• Support the Senior Manager, Content and Content Managers by answering key speaker queries whilst they are on the ground at Climate Week NYC
• Following the event, send out bespoke speaker and delegate emails to thank them for their participation and include key links to available photos and session recordings.
• Contribute to an internal ‘mini report’ on the success of each session measured against sponsorship targets, attendee numbers, virtual viewership and EDI balance.

About you

Essential:
• Strong proficiency in copywriting and proofreading
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across a range of cultures, levels of seniority and geographies
• Proactive, professional, and diplomatic demeanour
• Commitment to the mission of the Climate Group and having a good understanding of our areas of work
• Flexibility to work ‘U.S. friendly' hours during June-September

Desirable:
• Demonstrate a deep and detailed knowledge and understanding of climate issues, with reference to corporate sustainability issues and subnational climate commitments
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Experience working for an NGO or charity

About Climate Group

Climate Group drives climate action. Fast. Our goal is a world of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with greater prosperity for all.

We focus on systems with the highest emissions and where our networks have the greatest opportunity to drive change. We do this by building large and influential networks and holding organisations accountable, turning their commitments into action.

We share what we achieve together to show more organisations what they could do. We are an international non-profit organisation, founded in 2004, with offices in London, Amsterdam, Beijing, New Delhi and New York.

Climate Group is an international organisation, and we want to reflect that in our staff. People who work for us, and people who apply, need to feel heard, safe, and included. That is why we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion throughout our application process and in our offices. We encourage applications from people of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ethnicities, as we value a wide range of experiences and perspectives.

Where you'll work

Based in our London office, near the iconic Tower Bridge, you’ll enjoy a flexible hybrid working arrangement – three days in the office, two days from home each week.

Our office is designed to support both collaborative work and focused individual time. It includes accessible facilities, a well-equipped gym, secure bike storage, and showers. Plus, we’re easy to reach by bike and public transport.

What we offer

Our people are at the heart of what we do. You’ll be joining a global community of bold, ambitious doers who are committed to driving climate action fast.

This is a six-month fixed-term position. The anticipated start date for this position is week commencing April 7th. The salary offered is £26,890 - £30,249 per annum, based on experience.

Beyond working alongside friendly, motivated colleagues who will support and challenge you, we offer a fantastic benefits package:
• Generous holiday allowance: 25 days annually, plus public holidays and 3 extra days for our Christmas to New Year closure
• 10% employer pension contribution: Non-contributory scheme available after three months’ service
• Long-service reward: An additional day’s holiday after three and six years with us
• Flexible and hybrid working: Supporting your work-life balance
• Comprehensive health benefits: Cash plan and private medical insurance after completing probation
• Family-first policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave, plus support for fertility treatments
• Wellbeing perks: Monthly wellbeing allowance and Headspace membership
• Additional leave options: Paid leave for volunteering, moving house, and getting married
• Peace of mind: Life assurance from your first day
• Cycling support: E-bike and bike loan scheme up to £1,000
• Travel made easier: Season ticket and e-bike membership loan scheme
• Investing in you: Learning and development opportunities to help you thrive in a global, purpose-driven organisation

Apply now

Ready to make an impact? Apply now with your CV and a one-page cover letter that highlights how your experience and values align with our mission.

If you need further information, require the job advert in an accessible format, or need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Kisandka Moses, Senior Manager, Content Producer at KMoses@climategroup.org.

The closing date for applications is midnight GMT on 5 March. We’ll be holding interviews on a rolling basis, therefore welcome early applications.

To be eligible for this position, you must meet the necessary criteria or hold a work visa to work in the UK. Please note that Climate Group does not cover relocation or sponsorship costs.

Wewill not be working with recruitment agencies for this role.