Events and Competition Officer Organisation Paddle UK Salary Competitive Location Nottingham Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 20 July 2025 Interview date 25 July 2025 Job Description About UsPaddle UK is the Governing Body for Paddlesports. We have had many advances in our sport and paddling now covers a wide range of interests and passions as a sport and a leisure activity for all. We want to support and provide opportunities for everyone to enjoy and realise their potential within all aspects of paddling regardless of their age, background or ability.Salary: CompetitiveWorking Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week, including occasional evening and weekend workClosing Date: 20th July 2025Interview Date: 25th July 2025The RoleWe are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Events and Competition Officer, who will be at the heart of planning and delivering national and international events and competitions.The Events and Competition Officer will work closely with discipline committees, domestic event organisers and partners such as BUCS to support planning, development of event documentation and event preparations. They will manage our event workforce database, and coordinate our national classification assessment days for para-athletes. This position plays a key role in coordinating the events calendar to promote events and increase participation and engagement.With up to 4 international paddling competitions being hosted in the UK across the next 2 years, the Events and Competition Officer will play a key role in the organising committees, ensuring quality delivery and wider benefits for Paddle UK and the paddling community.This is an exciting time to join a proactive and driven team set to deliver an exciting calendar of events.Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description by click the link below.We recognise the contribution our employees make and think these benefits reflect our appreciation:- Hybrid working - 2 days a week in the office- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service- Option to purchase annual leave (salary sacrifice)- Pension Scheme, 9% total contribution (salary sacrifice)- Dress for your day (jeans acceptable)- Free onsite parking and bike storageTo find out more about Paddle UK, our benefits, culture and recruitment process please visit our Careers Centre on our website.If you have any questions about the role or to arrange an informal chat, please contact Richard Stacey-Chapman, Events and Competition Manager via richard.stacey-chapman@paddleuk.org.uk and we’ll organise a call. How to apply To view the role description and to apply please use the following link: https://britishcanoeing.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=f07e8e09-4868-4c90-9289-2fa916f59206 Share X LinkedIn Email