# Event Manager## Job IntroductionTeam DescriptionThe Council’s Culture, Policy & Events Service is responsible for the delivery of the Council’s Cultural Events & Festivals Programme, Cultural Partnerships, its Arts, Culture and Heritage Grants Programme, Visit Bradford, UNESCO City of Film in addition to Place Marketing. The team was integral to the successful delivery of UK City of Culture 2025 and works alongside the Bradford Culture Company supporting the delivery of the district’s City of Culture legacy. It leads on Culture Is Our Plan, the 10-year cultural strategy for the Bradford District 2021-2031.Role Description**We are seeking an Event Manager to cover a period of maternity leave, to support the work of its established Culture, Policy & Events Team.****They will need to be enthusiastic, committed, enabling with a can-do attitude.****As this post is suitable for secondment, interested internal applicants need to have secured the secondment agreement with their manager prior to the application****.** The main responsibilities of this post are:* To be lead on the direct delivery of Council events and activities and to support colleagues in delivery of exceptional one-off events in the district.* To deal with enquiries and requests regarding commercial and event activity, to maintain an accurate clash diary and to provide expert and coordinated advice, support and guidance to the commercial and independent sector in their creation and delivery of events and festivals.* To be responsible for the smooth running of the department’s events and activities including overall decision making and duty management for the commercial, festival and events programme and to play an active and engaged role in the work of the team, attending and reporting back on funded events, deputising at meetings when required. To be ready for this opportunity you need to possess:* Degree in arts/event management or relevant NVQ Level 4, or demonstratable practical experience working in a wide range of outdoor events* Experience of organising and delivering all the infrastructure and logistical elements of a broad events programme* Experience in managing and motivating a team of staff* Experience of setting and managing budgets* Experience of working in partnership with a wide range of public and private sector bodies* Experience of working with a wide range of artists* Experience of marketing and PR campaigns* Experience of procurement of goods and services* Experience of project management* Experience in taking the lead role in problem solving in a work situation* Must be willing to hold a Personal License**Please note that interviews for this post are expected to take place week commencing w/c 8th or 11th June 2026.**Contract end date 30th July 2027 (possibility of extension)**How to Apply**If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact David Watson on 07483 587138 or email david.watson@bradford.gov.uk. **Employee Offer****Equal Opportunities**We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs. The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.The following content displays a map of the job's location.| (C) OpenStreetMap contributors### Event Manager* **Salary** £37,280 - £39,152 Per Annum* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** bradfordmbc/TP/1005/1891* **Contract Type** Temporary* **Working Hours** Full Time* **Closing Date** 1 June, 2026* **Job Category** Leisure* **Service** Culture Sport & Leisure* **Location** Bradford, United Kingdom* **Additonal Payments** For Office Use Only* **Posted on** 6 May, 2026
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