Application Guide

How to Apply for London Marathon Event Manager

at Ashby Jenkins Recruitment

🏢 About Ashby Jenkins Recruitment

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment specializes in placing talent within the charity and not-for-profit sectors, known for their ethical approach and deep sector connections. Working with them means you're applying for a pivotal role at the National Autistic Society, a leading UK charity where you can directly impact their biggest fundraising event, offering both professional challenge and meaningful social contribution.

About This Role

This 18-month contract role involves full ownership of the National Autistic Society's 2027 London Marathon campaign, from strategy development to on-the-day execution. You'll lead a small team, manage end-to-end supporter journeys, and serve as the main liaison with London Marathon Events, making this role critical for achieving record participation and income targets in a landmark year.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve morning check-ins with your Event Officers to track participant recruitment, followed by strategy meetings with Marketing to align campaign messaging. Afternoons could include reviewing partnership logistics with London Marathon Events and analyzing fundraising data to adjust tactics, all while managing remote collaboration across teams.

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🎯 Who Ashby Jenkins Recruitment Is Looking For

  • Has direct experience working on the London Marathon, either with a charity participant team or with the event organizers themselves
  • Demonstrates proven success in developing and delivering fundraising strategies for mass-participation events
  • Possesses strong leadership skills to manage Event Officers and cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Supporter Care, and Data teams
  • Is available and committed to being on-site for Marathon weekends in April 2026 and 2027, despite the flexible remote/hybrid arrangement

📝 Tips for Applying to Ashby Jenkins Recruitment

1

Explicitly highlight your London Marathon experience in your CV summary and quantify your impact (e.g., 'managed X participants raising £Y')

2

Tailor your application to show understanding of the National Autistic Society's mission—mention how you'd enhance supporter experience for their community

3

Address the flexible location requirement by confirming your availability for key dates and describing your experience working effectively in remote/hybrid event roles

4

Research Ashby Jenkins Recruitment's charity sector focus and mention why you value their ethical placement approach

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Submit well before the closing date (Monday 9th February) as roles with specific event timelines often review applications early

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with the London Marathon and how it prepares you for the 2027 campaign ownership', 'Examples of developing successful fundraising strategies for mass-participation events, with measurable results', 'Your approach to leading a team and collaborating cross-functionally in a charity setting', "Why you're passionate about contributing to the National Autistic Society's mission through this high-profile event"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → The National Autistic Society's current London Marathon campaign and their past participant stories
  • → London Marathon Events' partnership requirements and recent changes to charity participant programs
  • → Ashby Jenkins Recruitment's ethos and their recent placements in the charity events sector
  • → The National Autistic Society's broader fundraising strategy and how the Marathon fits within it

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your experience with the London Marathon—what was your role and what were the outcomes?
2 How would you develop the fundraising strategy for the 2027 campaign to maximize income?
3 Describe a time you managed a team through a high-pressure event timeline. What challenges did you face?
4 How would you work with London Marathon Events to ensure a standout charity presence?
5 What does exceptional supporter experience mean to you in the context of the National Autistic Society's participants?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying without specific London Marathon experience—this is a stated requirement, not a preference
  • Focusing only on event logistics without emphasizing fundraising strategy and income generation
  • Overlooking the need for on-site availability in April 2026/2027 despite the remote work flexibility

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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