Conference Content Coordinator

Role:
Programme Designer

Location:

UK, London

Job type:
Full time, permanent – hybrid

This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility between working from home and our office. Typically, employees are expected to work 2 days in the office per week.

At QS, we believe that work should empower you. That’s why we foster a flexible working environment that encourages every employee to own their career whilst flourishing personally and professionally.

Our commitment to people development is recognised globally: QS is a Gold-accredited Investors in People organisation, placing us among the top 28% of workplaces worldwide. Our company values underpin everything we do – we collaborate, respect and support each other.

It’s our mission to empower motivated people around the world to fulfil their potential through higher education, ensuring that everyone has access to opportunities that change lives.

Our diversity makes us stronger. By sharing our experiences, we learn from one another and achieve more together, driving progress across the sector.

At QS, you’ll be responsible for implementing real change in the international higher education landscape. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that see a positive impact across the business and the wider sector.

We’re confident you’ll feel right at home here. QS was named as one of Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® in the UK (October 2023), recognising the respect, trust and appreciation that drive our culture every day.

At QS, we bring together thousands of higher education leaders, government officials and industry experts to discuss emerging trends, build networks and partnerships, and share brand-new ideas through our suite of sector-leading Conferences and Summits.

As Programme Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality agendas for the suite of QS higher education Summits. This role requires a highly organised, proactive professional who can manage multiple work streams, cultivate strong stakeholder relationships, and contribute ideas and action into thought-led Summit agendas. The Programme Designer will work closely with Content team, Conferences and Events team, Marketing, Regional Sales and Consulting teams, and external stakeholders to shape highly-engaging and insightful conference programmes.

This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can take initiative, and brings knowledge of the global higher education sector. You’llhelp shape high-profile global events that bring together leaders and innovators from across higher education. You’ll play a direct role in influencing agendas, curating speakers, and contributing to the narratives that guide sector conversations,making this a role with clear, visible impact.

You’ll also gain valuable exposure to international trends, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic content development. With opportunities to take initiative, propose ideas, and grow your expertise, this role offers an exciting blend of creativity, relationship-building, and project ownership within a globally recognised organisation.

• Developing Summit agendas, supporting ideation of panel topics, session themes, and regionally relevant content.
• Identifying potential speakers, contributors and thought leaders; manage outreach, invitations, and follow-up communication.
• Supporting speaker curation by preparing briefing notes, gathering bios and slide decks, and managing speaker preparation.
• Contributing ideas for content-led sponsorship opportunities.
• Conducting research on global and regional higher education trends to inform agenda planning and content positioning.
• Maintaining clear project timelines and trackers for each Summit, ensuring all planning milestones are met.
• Supporting Summit reporting processesincludinganalysis of internal and delegate post-event feedback surveys.
• Supporting the development and management of the Summit proposal submission system, including tracking submissions and liaising with reviewers.
• This role will require some international travel to support on-site delivery of QS…