Head of Events (Maternity Cover)

Organisation: Aquatics GB
Salary: Salary – £33,000 - £36,000 per annum (salary dependent on skills and experience)
Location: The normal place of work will be SportPark, Loughborough
Contract type: Fixed Term (Full time)
Closing date: 28 January 2026
Interview date: 3 February 2026
Job Description: Aquatics GB is the national governing body for aquatic sports in Great Britain and is responsible internationally for the performance and management of all international British Teams.

We are seeking a Head of Events to join the busy Growth Department at Aquatics GB. This position will report directly into the Chief Executive Officer and will have overall management responsibility for the Senior Events & Partnerships Officer and the Events Officer.

This dynamic and rewarding role offers overall responsibility for British and home international events, ensuring they are delivered to the highest standard while fulfilling all contractual rights for a range of valued partners.

We’re looking for a passionate, proactive, and inspiring team leader who excels at building strong relationships and brings outstanding organisational, communication, negotiation, and influencing skills. The post holder will need to confidently manage and prioritise workloads whilst meeting deadlines, and be prepared for occasional unsociable hours, including weekends, with long periods actively moving around the venues during events.

Aquatics GB operates an Agile Working Policy allowing some flexibility to work from the office and from home
How to apply: Please send via email/WeTransfer (free large file sending platform) a video recording of no more than 5 minutes responding to the following question: Summarise how your skills, experience and strengths make you a great fit for this role and also tell us what added value you can personally bring to AGB. Or send via email a completed application form (written) to peopledepartment@aquaticsgb.com. A pack can be downloaded from our website https://www.aquaticsgb.com Please note, Aquatics GB operates an anonymous recruitment process for written applications.