Background
The Society of Genealogists (“the Society”) is an educational charity founded in 1911 and is custodian of an extensive and exciting collection of diverse historical and modern, physical and digital records. The Society’s staff and volunteers include experienced and knowledgeable genealogy professionals, with remarkable knowledge and experience of genealogy.
Current Vacancies
Events Assistant
One of the core activities of The Society of Genealogists is a remarkable programme of events, talks and courses that provides both Society members and the general public with an unrivalled opportunity to develop their genealogical skills and understanding in topics ranging from reading early English to the use of DNA in research. Most of these take place online, but the Society does hold a number of in-person events at its Resource Hub in central London.
This programme is always developing, and this post will play a key role in both the delivery and development of it.
Job title: Events and Education Assistant
Hours: PT (21 hours per week)
Reporting to: Events and Education Manager
Last updated: 28 July 2025
Salary: £22,222 - £25,207 FTE
Purpose of the Role/Job Overview
To support with the administration, planning and promotion of events and educational opportunities
Key Responsibilities
Events
- Support the Events and Education Manager with the setup and administration of events
- Research and suggest ideas for events and courses which the Society could offer
- Research and book relevant speakers and liaising with them to organise dates/times
- Work with speakers and internal team members to create compelling event descriptions
- Support with the advertising of events and educational programmes
- Assist with compiling events performance reports on attendance, income and expenses
- To facilitate online and in person talks as necessary
- Liaise with events volunteers
- Reflect on event programme with recommendations for improvement where necessary
Your job title does not define absolutely, or limit, the work you may be required to do, which may be anything as the Society 'may reasonably require'. The Society may amend your duties from time to time, and, in addition to your normal duties you may from time to time be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the business.
Line Management Responsibilities
- None
Knowledge/Experience Required
Essential
- Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office
- Knowledge and experience of hosting Zoom meetings
- Excellent written English, with the ability to write persuasively
- Good organisational skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Keen interest in genealogy
- Ability to prioritise workload and multitask
- Can work flexible days and hours, including at least one Saturday in three and occasional evenings
Desirable
Experience of writing sales copy
Previous experience in organising and/or supporting events
Ability to set up on site and hybrid events in London
Able to travel to occasional events at regional venues including family history conferences and shows
Benefits
- 25 days of annual leave as well as bank holidays (pro rata)
- Access to member benefits of the Society of Genealogists
- Pension scheme
- Access to all SoG events both live and recorded
Applications with CV to ruth.willmore@sog.org.uk by 19 August 2025
We welcome applications from anyone regardless of disability, ethnicity, heritage, gender, sexuality, religion or socio-economic background. This role will best suit a candidate who resides in the UK.
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