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Events & Culture Lead

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 35,412 - 39,152 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Harrogate

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Events & Culture Lead

Full-time (37 hours per week, flexible evenings/weekends)

Salary: SCP 24–28 (£35,412 - £39,152 per annum) + attractive Local Government Pension Scheme

Location: Harrogate HG1 5RR

Harrogate is a town known for its heritage, green spaces and strong sense of community. We’re recruiting a dedicated Events & Culture Lead to shape and deliver civic and community events that reflect Harrogate’s identity and what residents value.

This is a formative role with the opportunity to build a coherent events programme for the Council, working closely with partners, community groups and cultural organisations. You’ll bring creativity, structure and strong project management to a developing area of work, ensuring events are safe, inclusive and well‑managed.

You’ll also play a key role in strengthening relationships across Harrogate’s cultural landscape, enabling collaboration, supporting community‑led ideas and helping to deliver activity that feels distinctly Harrogate.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who can bring confidence, creativity and calm leadership to a varied and community‑focused role. You will have:

Proven experience designing and delivering public events.
Strong partnership and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience managing budgets and preparing reports.
Understanding of safeguarding, EDI and Health & Safety.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational and project‑management ability.
Proficiency with digital tools and social media.

IOSH Managing Safely (or willingness to undertake) and DBS clearance (or willingness to undergo a check).
Why Apply?

This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who wants to make a real difference in Harrogate. You’ll join a supportive team that embraces fresh ideas and play a key part in shaping the Council’s future through events and community engagement.

How to apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Harrogate Town Council, please click apply to receive a candidate pack and application form

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