JOB TITLE : Production Manager
JOB TYPE : Part-time, 3 days per week (with potential to evolve into a full-time role)
LOCATION : Remote, based in United Kingdom
REPORTS TO : The Directors
OUTLINE
Valour Consultancy, a trusted provider of market intelligence in aviation, maritime, and mobility sectors, seeks a Production Manager to oversee the development of research reports. Managing a team of 11 analysts, you’ll ensure timely, high-quality delivery of syndicated and custom studies. This role involves coordinating workflows, refining processes, and enhancing report quality within a three-day workweek, with flexibility for project demands.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Essential
Strong organisational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication for stakeholder collaboration.
High emotional intelligence to adapt to team styles and foster a positive, deadline-aware culture.
Basic editing skills (grammar, formatting, spelling) for deliverable consistency.
Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications and project management tools.
Proactive, process-oriented approach to issue resolution.
Desirable
Experience in production management in consulting, research, or publishing.
Background in market research or data-heavy deliverables.
Familiarity with supporting content (e.g., landing pages, press releases).
Basic design skills for improving visual presentation.
Interest in aviation, maritime, transport, or technology sectors.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Production Planning and Scheduling
Track tasks, timelines, and milestones using a project management tool.
Ensure analysts and managers set realistic timelines.
Facilitate kick-off and update calls with relevant stakeholders.
Ensure key preparatory documents are completed at the start of each project.
Maintain a company-wide calendar of key dates (report launches, content deadlines, industry events etc.).
Quality Control
Monitor drafts to ensure alignment with scope and quality standards.
Perform light editing (grammar, formatting, spelling).
Conduct a final pre-publication review of deliverables.
Ensure deliverables meet template and formatting standards.
Collaboration and Team Coordination
Report monthly on team output, timeliness, and process adherence.
Help analysts prioritise by addressing pinch points and proposing solutions.
Recommend training to address recurring issues.
Foster a constructive, deadline-aware team culture
Performance and Progress Reporting
Track and report monthly on team output, timeliness, and process adherence.
Update directors on project status, flagging risks and proposing solutions.
Provide input for analyst performance reviews on delivery and process engagement.
Problem-solving and Escalation
Be first contact for production issues, clarifying ownership and coordinating support.
Escalate unresolved issues as needed, communicating timeline changes clearly.
Adapt report formats based on project type, avoiding unnecessary scope creep.
Continuous Improvement
Analyse past timelines to set scheduling benchmarks.
Review and evolve report templates with analysts and directors based on feedback and client needs.
Content Coordination and Promotion
Identify opportunities to coordinate research interviews and re-use content.
Support preparation of promotional materials.
Ensure materials are developed at appropriate project stages and align with report content and house style.
PERFORMANCE GOALS (FIRST YEAR)
Onboard all reports into a project management tool with clear owners, milestones, and deadlines.
Establish regular progress check-ins with analysts and managers.
Reduce delays by addressing bottlenecks and refining processes.
Standardise outputs (Word, Excel, PDF, PowerPoint) and promotional assets.
Benchmark delivery timelines for improved planning.
Lead training on time management, workflow, and coordination.
Pilot new report formats (e.g., modular mini-reports, leaderboards) based on client feedback and market trends.