At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and coordinate volunteer programmes for major sports and cultural events in Liverpool.
- Company: Liverpool City Council, committed to community and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Generous holiday, flexible working, health perks, and gym discounts.
- Other info: Join a diverse team and help create lasting legacies for future events.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while gaining experience in exciting events like UEFA EURO 2028.
- Qualifications: Strong leadership skills and passion for community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Major Events Volunteer and Workforce Manager
Liverpool City Council is looking for a dynamic and driven individual to lead the volunteer and workforce legacy of Liverpool's largest sporting events.
Role Overview
As the Major Events Volunteer and Workforce Manager, you will develop, coordinate and deliver volunteer programmes across major sports and cultural events, including UEFA EURO 2028, the Tour de France Stage Finish and the Inclusive Sport and Culture Festival.
You will manage recruitment, role allocation, training, deployment, workforce planning and volunteer welfare, ensuring volunteers are fully integrated into event operations and spectator experiences.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, coordination and delivery of volunteer programmes across Liverpool's major sports and cultural events portfolio.
- Oversee volunteer recruitment, role allocation, training, deployment, workforce planning and volunteer welfare across multiple events.
- Develop accessible, inclusive and sustainable volunteering opportunities that broaden participation and create lasting community benefits.
- Build a skilled, motivated and event‑ready workforce through training pathways and performance management.
- Work with event organisers, delivery partners and stakeholders to ensure volunteers are effectively integrated into event operations and spectator experiences.
- Monitor performance, evaluate impact and contribute to creating a long‑term volunteering legacy for Liverpool and future major events.
Benefits
- At least 27 days holiday, rising to at least 32 after 5 years of service (pro rata if part‑time). Option to purchase further days.
- Agile working – a “Flexibility First” approach.
- Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme.
- Extensive health and wellbeing offer including an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to Work and Travel Pass schemes.
- Family‑friendly policies with enhanced leave.
- Discounted gym memberships.
- Employee Volunteering Scheme.
- Medicash.
- Equal Opportunities
We are a diverse and inclusive council and are committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.
To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under‑represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool. gov. uk.
Eligibility
Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.
All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.
Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.
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Major Events Volunteer and Workforce Manager in Liverpool employer: Liverpool City Council
Liverpool City Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and community impact. With generous benefits such as holiday entitlements, Agile working options, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles while making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents.
