Head of Event Partnerships & Development

The Talent Set are excited to partner with Tommy’s to recruit for a Head of Event Partnerships & Development on a 12 Month Maternity Cover contract, taking on a leading role in Partneships and delivery of the London Landmarks Half Marathon.

The London Landmarks Half Marathon (LLHM) is a 100% not-for profit race owned by Tommy’s to benefit 650+ other charities and has raised over £54 million since the inaugural event in 2018. Key duties for this role include:

• Lead the LLHM Charity Partnerships Programme, overseeing the place allocation process, maintain excellent relationships with current charity partners and oversee the recruitment of new ones.
• Manage relationships with current and prospective LLHM Commercial and in-kind Sponsors and Partners.
• Ensure all contracted PR elements are delivered to generate strong PR coverage, including recruiting case studies, celebrity runners and ensuring a fantastic VIP race day experience.
• Oversee the LLHM registration platform including the ballot and charity console.
• Ensure the delivery of timing and race pack fulfilment, as well as the design and delivery of LLHM race day kit for participants.
• Work closely with the Landmarks Director to develop the next Landmarks Event.

We’re looking for the following skills and experience:

• Extensive experience in managing large scale challenge events within a charitable setting.
• Proven track record of achieving financial targets for large challenge events.
• Experience of building excellent relationships with event stakeholders and partner organisations.
• Experience of team leadership.
• Experience of new product/event development within Mass Participation events.

The deadline for applications is Monday 10th March 2025

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.