Events Planning Team Leader– Hybrid Location: Hybrid role – 2 days per week in Leicester office, LE19 1SU Salary: £29,000 per annum + Benefits Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time What We Can Offer You: Hybrid working, performance-related bonus, life assurance, additional holiday purchase, health cash plan, subsidised gymmemberships, cycle-to-work scheme, discount vouchers, and access to wellbeing resources. Why Do We Want You? Mercia, part of Wilmington plc, is looking for a proactive Events Planning Team Leader to oversee the planning and coordination of our training events. This role requires a strong backgroundin project management, logistics, and forward planning. You’ll lead a small team, ensuring training sessions are scheduled efficiently and run smoothly. We’ll provide full training on the events and training aspects, so prior industry experience isn’t necessary, what matters is your ability to organise, plan, and manage a team effectively. Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington plc’s career site. We shortlist all applicants who meet the essential criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please contact our Talent Acquisition team via the contact details provided on our website! Job Purpose, Tasks, and Responsibilities: You will be responsible for: * Overseeing the scheduling, coordination, and logistics of training events. * Managing a small team, providing leadership, support, and conducting 1:1s, KPIs, and performance reviews. * Working with internal teams, venues, and suppliers to ensure seamless event execution. * Handling operational challenges, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring timely delivery of training sessions. * Identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency. * Acting as a key point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment. What’s the Best Thing About This Role? This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact,as your planning and leadership will directly contribute to the success of our training events. You’ll have the chance to develop your leadership skills, gaining valuable experience in team management, strategy, and logistics. What’s the Most Challenging Thing About This Role? Balancing multiple priorities is a key challenge, as managing logistics, planning schedules, and overseeing a team requires juggling various tasks at once. Additionally, working with different teams, suppliers, and venues means you’ll need excellent communication skills and adaptability to manage stakeholder expectations and keep everything on track. What We’re Looking For: To be successful in this role, you must have: * Proven experience in team leadership, including setting KPIs, conducting 1:1s, and managing performance. * Strong project management and forward-planning skills. * The ability to manage logistics and organise complex schedules. * A strategic mindset, capable of identifying challenges and finding solutions. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general IT tools. To be successful in this role, it would be great ifyou have: * Experience in event or training coordination (this is not essential – we’ll provide full training). * Flexibility to travel occasionally within the UK for on-site event management. About Us Mercia, part of Wilmington plc, provides expert-led, professional training solutions across multiple industries. We are committed to integrity, inclusivity, and professional development, helping individuals and businesses achieve their highest potential. Wilmington plc is a global organisation driven by shared values and a culture of support and respect. Find What You’re Looking For Weare ambitious and inclusive, filled with integrity and curiosity. We are Wilmington plc. Are you? Join us to achieve more in your career, with mutual respect, support, and fair rewards. Click on “APPLY”