Awards Manager

Be part of the vision; be part of the RIBA.

The RIBA is a global professional membership body, and a cultural organisation, driving excellence in architecture.

Salary: c£42,000 per annum

Location: London/Hybrid

Hours: 35 hours per week, Fixed Term Contract for 12 months

About the Role

Do you have a passion for architecture, buildings and the people that make them?

RIBA Awards and Honours are a key part of the RIBA’s work and are hugely valued by our members and everyone with an interest in architecture. We are looking for a pro-active and pragmatic Awards Manager to join our busy Awards Team in this challenging and rewarding role.

The Awards Manager is responsible for the delivery of the RIBA Honours programme from the collation of nominations through to the announcement and celebration of our Royal Gold Medallist and Honorary Fellows, working alongside, juries, nominators, winners, and media partners. Alongside this they will also support with the delivery of our UK awards programme, representing RIBA at awards judging visits, communicating with members, building owners and clients. The Awards programmes includes the International Awards, RIBA Honorary Fellowships and the Royal Gold Medal; and the UK Regional and National Awards culminating in the RIBA Stirling Prize.

The Awards Team is central to a network of stakeholders, both internal and external. This is a hands-on and varied role that involves:

• Communications with many different teams within the RIBA, architects, and other key external stakeholders to ensure the judging process is thorough and rigorous and that key materials, such as Judging Information, Media Collateral and Digital Assets are up to date and of a high standard
• Liaising with Royal Gold Medallists, Honorary Fellows and key stakeholders to ensure successful press releases, media content and events programmes
• Day to day management of the Awards process, including our Awards entry system, updates on the website, arranging and attending jury visits and meetings

What are we looking for?

• Excellent knowledge and passion for architecture from either study, professional experience or personal interest
• Experience of delivering an awards programme and/or an understanding of the purpose and objectives of such programmes, combined with excellent project management skills
• Organisational and administrative skills to deliver the awards programme on time and on budget. This may involve extensive travel across the UK
• An understanding of the marketing tools and techniques used to promote awards to members and the public and assist the RIBA to fulfil its remit to promote architecture
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Stakeholder management experience and the ability to build strong relationships
• Self-starter with a positive attitude, who can use their initiative and take decisions/move projects on in the absence of the Head of Awards
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload in order to manage a number of demanding projects at the same time
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and related application

Why Join us?

Our Benefits:

The RIBA offers an amazing employee benefits package which includes (a) a generous pension scheme with employer contributions (up to 12%), (b) life assurance, (c) annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays and paid closure of 3 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year. For more details on our benefits, visit our website.

If you would like to apply for the position, please view the full job description below (found at 'supporting documents') and submit your CV and covering letter using the form below. (for this position, “Work Examples” are not required so please submit your CV or covering letter again in this field) Additionally, please ensure that you complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form which will be submitted separate from your application.

Closing date: Sunday 3rd August 2025

Interview date: w/c 18th August 2025

Due to high volumes of applications we are unable to respond to everyone, however, should you be shortlisted for interview we will be in touch. We may also close an advert earlier than the date above if we receive enough quality applications.

Please note that you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to proceed with any candidates who cannot show the relevant documentation so please only apply if you meet these criteria. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

The RIBA aims to be an inclusive employer, committed to building an authentic and diverse environment where all are encouraged to be themselves. We champion work/life balance and welcome requests for flexible working across our organisation. We value applications from all sections of society and appreciate divergent experience, therefore if you are excited about the role and working with us, yet your past experience may not align perfectly with every single skill or competency, we encourage you to apply anyway.

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