At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and deliver engaging virtual and face-to-face events for over 8,000 colleagues.
- Company: Join a leading organisation committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous holidays, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with a supportive and dynamic team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by translating complex messages into engaging content.
- Qualifications: Experience in event management and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 44447 - 44447 £ per year.
We're looking for an Events Production Manager to join our team. In this role you'll be delivering a mix of virtual and face-to-face events, working closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts to help engage, inform and inspire over 8,000 colleagues. You'll be working across the whole of DWP's Digital and Transformation group, so you'll be working with stakeholders across the business to tell their story and providing creative solutions to engage our people. Your focus will primarily be internal, but you will also support external speaker opportunities where our subject matter experts/leaders go out and speak at conferences. Our events are a vital channel to help translate technical and complex messages into relevant and understandable content that resonates with audiences.
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience of managing, monitoring and reporting on the outcomes of events as part of wider campaign and communication activity, following recognised best practice.
- Able to communicate in a straightforward, honest and engaging manner, choosing appropriate styles to maximise understanding and impact.
- Excellent people and project leadership skills: able to direct, motivate and support teams.
- The ability to influence key stakeholders to support project delivery.
- Experience of developing and delivering an events strategy for a large organisation that meets business and user needs.
Disability Confident
We are a Disability Confident employer. We will offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the role. In high‑volume recruitment situations we may limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled and non‑disabled candidates.
Work Arrangements & Compensation
- Hybrid working: We work a hybrid model – some time at home and some in a hub collaborating face‑to‑face.
- Pay: £44,447 per annum.
- Pension: Civil Service pension with employer contributions at 28.97%.
- Holidays: Starting at 26 days, rising to 31 days. Up to 3 extra days off per month through flexi‑time, plus all the usual public holidays.
Benefits
- Flexible working, including flex‑friendly policies.
- Time off for volunteering and charitable giving.
- "I Can Be Me in DWP" – supporting you to bring your authentic self to work.
- Discounts and savings on shopping, days out and more.
- Interest‑free loans for bikes and season tickets.
- Sports and social activities.
- Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities.
Culture and Recognition
- 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year (Computing Women in Tech Excellence Awards)
- Diverse and Inclusive Leadership (Digital Leaders Awards 2024)
- Commended: Best Place to Work in Digital (Computing Digital Technology Leaders Awards 2025)
- Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers (Women in Tech Employer Awards 2025)
Events Production Manager in Manchester employer: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
As an Events Production Manager at DWP, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and collaboration, delivering impactful events that engage over 8,000 colleagues. With a strong commitment to employee growth, flexible working arrangements, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion, DWP offers a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Enjoy generous benefits including a Civil Service pension, ample holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional development, making DWP an exceptional employer in the public sector.
Contact Details:
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd Recruitment Team
