Senior Engagement and Communications Manager

Hospitality & Events | UK-wide, Birmingham Based | High-Profile Role

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible, high-impact role at the centre of the UK’s independent hospitality and events sector.

You’ll join a national, membership-led organisation that champions thousands of independent food, drink and events businesses across the UK. Trusted, influential and well-established, this organisation works at the intersection of industry, policy, media and commercial partners — shaping conversations and driving real change for its members.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll be the organisation’s outward-facing presence: building relationships, representing the sector, influencing stakeholders and ensuring the voice of independent hospitality is heard loud and clear.

What’s in it for the successful candidate? 

• Basic Salary £40,000 – £50,000 (negotiable for the perfect person) 
• Extra holiday: +1 day each year after first 3 years (up to 5)
• Christmas closure: 3–5 days (calendar dependent)
• Pension: 5% employer / 5% employe
• Sick pay: Full pay for 10 days in any rolling 12-month period (after probation)
• Life insurance: 4× salary (subject to scheme acceptance)
• EAP: 24/7 advice line + 6 counselling sessions + discounts platform
• Perks: Free parking, free hot & cold drinks, free fruit

Why this role stands out

• You’ll be in the room — panels, forums, expos, industry events
• You’ll work directly with the CEO on visibility, partnerships and strategy
• You’ll help shape narratives, influence policy conversations and drive collaboration
• You’ll combine commercial awareness with purpose-led impact

If you enjoy influence, momentum and connection — this role gives you all three.