UK Private Capital

About the Company

UK Private Capital (formerly the British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association - BVCA) is the association of the UK private capital industry. We represent 600 firms including the wider ecosystem of professional advisers and investors.  

Private capital consists of private equity and venture capital which make long-term investments to grow British businesses and build a better economy. Private credit and venture debt provide active and engaged debt finance to businesses. 

The private capital industry backs 13,000 UK businesses, nine in 10 of which are small or medium-sized enterprises. Businesses backed by the industry employ 2.5 million people across the UK and contribute 7% to GDP. 

In 2024, £29.4bn was invested by private capital into UK businesses in sectors across the UK economy, ranging from consumer products to emerging technology.

This increased investment has fuelled the growth of businesses across the UK, with six in ten (58%) of the businesses backed in 2024, located outside of the capital.  These investments are long term, with an average investment period of six years, in contrast to less than a year in public markets. 

UK-based private capital specialists have raised £190bn of funds, known as dry powder, which is expected to be invested over the next three to five years.  

The industry invests for a better future by backing some of the UK’s best loved businesses, developing the companies of the future and delivering solutions to global problems.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

UK Private Capital

Job Title

Events Assistant

Job Description

**Job Title:** Events Assistant **Role Summary:** Support a high-performing Events team with administrative and operational assistance for a diverse portfolio of events. Requires adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to manage dynamic priorities in a fast-paced environment. **Expectations:** - Reliable administrative support for event delivery teams - Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities under pressure - Professional representation of the team to internal/external stakeholders **Key Responsibilities:** 1. Assist with delegate/speaker management, diary scheduling, and department-wide administrative tasks for flagship events. 2. Maintain CRM databases, online filing systems, and ensure data accuracy. 3. Arrange panel calls, manage event communications, and collate event collateral. 4. Support execution of in-person and digital events, including delegate bookings and pre/post-event communications. 5. Maintain files, systems, and databases; manage inboxes and ad-hoc project support. 6. Coordinate pre/post-event communications with delegates/speakers and organize event materials. 7. Prepare/edit digital platform resources for events and collect feedback for internal teams. 8. Create/edit web pages with updated event details and manage delegate registration bookings. 9. Assist managers with administrative tasks and coordinate digital/director-level meetings. **Required Skills:** - Strong organizational and multitasking abilities - Adaptability and composure under pressure - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy - Professional communication and interpersonal skills - Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and CRM platforms (Microsoft Dynamics preferred) - Time management and project coordination skills - Written/verbal communication and basic proofreading capabilities - Basic web content editing skills **Required Education & Certifications:** - Not specified.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

23-02-2026

Company Name

UK Private Capital

Job Title

Commercial Manager, (Event Sponsorship)

Job Description

Job Title Commercial Manager (Event Sponsorship) Role Summary Senior sponsorship & commercial events professional responsible for driving revenue, developing and executing sponsorship strategies, managing delegate sales, and delivering contractual obligations in a membership-based environment. Expectations - Meet or exceed sponsor sales and budgeted revenue targets. - Deliver high‑value, sustainable sponsorship packages aligned with member needs. - Strengthen stakeholder relationships and represent the organisation at external engagements. - Maintain professional communication, presentation, and time‑management standards. Key Responsibilities • Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive sponsorship strategies. • Collaborate with senior commercial and events leaders to create plans that surpass budgeted revenue. • Identify, negotiate, and secure sponsor packages, ensuring longevity and member alignment. • Analyse member data to shape sponsorship and commercial opportunities. • Coordinate lead generation, sales, and event invitations with Events and Marketing teams. • Oversee sponsorship contract fulfilment and post‑event close‑out. • Monitor industry trends, feed insights into event and commercial strategy. • Represent the organisation at meetings, conferences, and industry events. • Work cross‑functionally to deliver stakeholder and member needs effectively. Required Skills - 6–8 years senior-level sponsorship, delegate sales, business development, or account management experience in membership, corporate, or charitable sectors. - Strong negotiation, influencing, and relationship‑building abilities. - Proven track record of driving business growth through opportunity identification and commercial negotiation. - Knowledge of private capital and wider financial services sectors. - Excellent verbal and written communication; persuasive presentation skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM (preferably Microsoft Dynamics). - Strong diary and time‑management, with a flexible, collaborative mindset. Required Education & Certifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field (preferred). - Relevant industry certifications (e.g., marketing or sales credentials) appreciated.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Mid level

06-03-2026