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Software Developer (app / web) Corporation Pop is an award-winning agency with a rich background in the design and development of apps, websites and immersive technology. We’ve been making our clients stand out from the crowd for 30+ years and we do that by pushing the boundaries of creativity through the innovative use of technology. Work and services: Our entertainment client portfolio includes some of the UK’s most high-profile music festivals, such as Creamfields, Download and Wireless Festival, as well as one of the biggest outdoor arts events ever seen in the UK and live audience participation events at arenas across the US. On the other end of the scale, one of our longest standing clients is an independent arts organisation in South Yorkshire, whose website we’ve managed for over twenty years. Corporation Pop has worked in the digital health sector for over a decade. Our work includes a mental health support app for healthcare professionals, the digitisation of a chronic fatigue clinic’s service, and an app to identify the signs of postnatal depression. We created a paediatric healthcare platform for kids with a cancer diagnosis, whilst also delivering major pieces of software for some of NHS England’s biggest Trusts. We’ve also produced immersive games, educational AR and VR experiences for school kids, an AR robot to help kids learn about road safety, and a QR code-activated, web-based game which uses gamification to convey what good employment looks like. Take a look at our website, we’re really proud of our work. The Pop mindset: Corporation Pop believes in doing a job well, to the very highest standard, and our Clutch client reviews are testament to that. We’re not interested in a quick buck and firmly believe the work we do is a reflection of our people and our organisation’s principles. We’re a sociable, close-knit team of experts and innovators. We thrive on personal interaction giving each other the space to explore, whilst expanding our collective skill set. A corporate hamster wheel, we are not! The right candidate: We’re looking for a Software Developer with at least 3+ years’ commercial experience to join our team. Someone who is eager to take the next step in their career by combining hands-on coding with technical ownership and architectural responsibilities. The right person should be a natural problem solver who will work with our Technical Lead, getting stuck into a wide variety of projects with a brilliant and creative team of developers, designers, artists and project managers. Technically, we’re looking for someone who really knows their onions when it comes to the following: • Web: HTML, CSS, TypeScript, React., • Mobile: React Native, Expo., • API: NodeJS, Python, MySQL / Postgres., • Infrastructure: AWS experience particularly Lambda, EC2 & S3. It would also be great if you have experience with some of the following: • Architecting (describe, explain, draw) medium-complexity applications (software and infrastructure)., • Application and infrastructure security., • PHP (WordPress)., • Managing CI / CD (GitLab preferably) for multiple projects., • Testing (load-tests, unit-tests, integration-tests and E2E-tests)., • Infrastructure as code / DevOps (Cloud Formation, Serverless, CDK)., • Containerisation and scalability. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable on the command line, can conduct code reviews whilst assisting and mentoring other members of the dev team. The ideal candidate will be analytical in their approach to understanding clients’ projects, outlining tailored technical solutions that meet their needs and goals. Benefits: • Friendly, supportive and highly experienced team., • Member of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter., • Relaxed working studio (with private roof terrace) environment for team collaboration., • Hybrid way of working – we’d like to see you in the studio at least twice a week., • Up to 30x days holiday – dependent on length of service – plus bank holidays., • 35x hour working week – we believe in a healthy life / work balance and we don’t encourage overtime., • Investment in training and development with time allocated to experimental ‘Pop Labs’ projects., • Ride-to-work, profit-share and referral bonus schemes. Apply: If you like what we’re about, have the relevant experience, and think you fit the bill, send your CV to us at . Include a note telling us about you and why you’re right for the job, and give us access to your GitHub account so we can see examples of code you’re proud of. We look forward to hearing from you and hopefully, welcoming you to our team!

Full-time | Salary + Equity | Purpose-led startup Joyned is on a mission to help organisations build strong, safe communities through better communication. We’re looking for a hands-on software engineer to take ownership of our codebase and help shape how the product evolves. We’re a funded startup, built in partnership with Brightec (the team behind apps for Waterstones and Virgin Trains). We launched last year. Since then, Joyned has already helped churches, charities, events and commercial organisations (including Hillsong, Big Church Festival, Newday and Lifetime Brands) transform how they connect with their communities. This is a solo engineering role, as we kick-off our in-house engineering team. You'll be our only full-time engineer, writing, testing and shipping code across the whole stack. You won’t be micromanaged - you’ll lead and pioneer. Our founder will be involved in technical decisions and we can draw on external support if required, but the day-to-day is yours to lead. We're not hiring for a job title. We care more about your mindset, your ability to get things done, and your fit with our team. If you’re confident, self-sufficient, and not afraid to figure things out, this might be the role for you. We’re a small team. You won’t just write code, you’ll help shape how Joyned grows, and how we work together. It is primarily a remote role, but with the option to work once per week from the Brightec studio in Shoreham-by-Sea. We also gather the team together at least a couple of times per year, for extended planning and relationship building. If you’ve been part of a church community, all the better – many of our users have too. That context matters to us. Tech stack: Python, TypeScript, MySQL, GraphQL, React Native (including React Native for Web), Django, Celery, Docker, Kubernetes. You don’t need to know everything on day one, but you’ll be working across all of it, so a full-stack mindset is key. Salary Range: £50k to £65k depending on experience. As an early-stage startup, we know we can't always match big company salaries, but we're open to offering equity for the right person who wants to share in what we're building. Hiring Process Please apply for this job via LinkedIn to receive additional details on the application process. Please include a covering letter along with your CV. No Agencies or Recruiters

Location: UK Management College (UKMC) Contract type: Full-time, permanent (subject to probation) Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience Closing date: Role Summary UKMC is seeking enthusiastic and creative Lecturers to join the BA (Hons) Events Management programme. This innovative course develops students into highly effective event managers and imaginative “experience architects,” blending project management skills with the creativity needed to deliver live experiences. As a Lecturer, you will contribute to the design, delivery, and assessment of modules across Levels 4–6, supervise student projects and placements, and actively support students in achieving their full potential. You will bring subject expertise in events and festivals, a passion for teaching and learning, and the ability to integrate industry practice into the curriculum. Key Activities & Responsibilities • Deliver high-quality teaching across a range of modules at undergraduate level, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and tutorials., • Contribute to curriculum design and development, embedding innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability into teaching practice., • Supervise students in live project work, client collaborations, placements, and dissertations., • Provide academic and pastoral support, supporting student engagement, progression, and attainment., • Contribute to assessment design, delivery, marking, and moderation in line with UKMC and validating partner requirements., • Engage with quality assurance and enhancement processes, including course monitoring, student feedback, and external examiner reporting., • Develop and maintain strong links with the events industry to support employability, placements, and guest contributions., • Engage in scholarship, professional practice, or research to inform teaching and maintain subject expertise., • Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider academic community at UKMC. Person Specification Qualifications / Education Essential: • Fellowship of Advance HE (or willingness to achieve)., • A PhD or higher-level research qualification. Essential: • Strong subject knowledge of events and festivals, including creative practice, project management, and industry trends., • Ability to design and deliver engaging teaching and learning activities at undergraduate level., • Understanding of assessment practice and providing effective feedback., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to motivate and support students from diverse backgrounds., • Professional networks relevant to the events and creative industries. Essential: • Experience of teaching and assessment in higher education (including as a teaching assistant, hourly paid lecturer, or equivalent role)., • Evidence of curriculum development or module design., • Professional or industry experience in event management, festival production, or creative event design., • Experience contributing to quality assurance and enhancement processes in HE. Why Join UKMC? As a Lecturer in Events Management, you will be part of an ambitious and forward-looking institution that values teaching excellence, creativity, and student success. You will have the opportunity to shape a practice-led, industry-focused curriculum, inspire the next generation of event professionals, and contribute to the development of a course with strong links to industry and community stakeholders. UKMC offers a supportive environment with opportunities for academic development, research, and collaboration with validating university partners.

Project Manager Corporation Pop is an award-winning agency with a rich background in the design and development of apps, websites and immersive technology. We’ve been making our clients stand out from the crowd for 30+ years and we do that by pushing the boundaries of creativity through the innovative use of technology. Work and services: Our entertainment client portfolio includes some of the UK’s most high-profile music festivals, such as Creamfields, Download and Wireless Festival, as well as one of the biggest outdoor arts events ever seen in the UK and live audience participation events at arenas across the US. On the other end of the scale, one of our longest standing clients is an independent arts organisation in South Yorkshire, whose website we’ve managed for over twenty years. Corporation Pop has worked in the digital health sector for over a decade. Our work includes a mental health support app for healthcare professionals, the digitisation of a chronic fatigue clinic’s service, and an app to identify the signs of postnatal depression. We created a paediatric healthcare platform for kids with a cancer diagnosis, whilst also delivering major pieces of software for some of NHS England’s biggest Trusts. We’ve also produced immersive games, educational AR and VR experiences for school kids, an AR robot to help kids learn about road safety, and a QR code-activated, web-based game which uses gamification to convey what good employment looks like. Take a look at our website, we’re really proud of our work. The Pop mindset: Corporation Pop believes in doing a job well, to the very highest standard, and our Clutch client reviews are testament to that. We’re not interested in a quick buck and firmly believe the work we do is a reflection of our people and our organisation’s principles. We’re a sociable, close-knit team of experts and innovators. We thrive on personal interaction giving each other the space to explore, whilst expanding our collective skill set. A corporate hamster wheel, we are not! The right candidate: We are looking for a Project Manager with at least 5+ years’ agency experience to join our team. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day running of projects across our portfolio, working on high profile projects in mobile, web and desktop and immersive technologies such as AR and VR. You’ll work closely with our Projects Director as well as the design and development teams throughout the full development lifecycles: defining project requirements, project planning, managing sprint resourcing across projects, and coordinating with clients, developers and designers to ensure quality throughout. You’ll bring a real enthusiasm and passion for digital products, along with experience of managing projects concurrently for multiple clients. You’ll be delivery focused, be comfortable working directly with clients and internal teams and be able to communicate technical and product-focused information between the two. We’d love to speak to you if you have: • Experience managing large complex, digital health-based projects., • Strong understanding of Agile development across software development lifecycles., • Great communication skills, including stakeholder engagement., • Experience with ticketing and time management software for managing day-to-day work and reporting., • An enthusiastic and can-do approach to motivating a team. It would be great if you also have: • Strong technical literacy., • Experience running testing cycles., • An Agile or other project management qualification. Benefits: • Friendly, supportive and highly experienced team., • Member of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter., • Relaxed working studio (with private roof terrace) environment for team collaboration., • Hybrid way of working – we’d like to see you in the studio at least twice a week., • Up to 30x days holiday – dependent on length of service – plus bank holidays., • 35x hour working week – we believe in a healthy life / work balance and we don’t encourage overtime., • Investment in training and development with time allocated to experimental ‘Pop Labs’ projects., • Ride-to-work, profit-share and referral bonus schemes. Apply: If you like what we’re about, have the relevant experience, and think you fit the bill, send your CV to us at . Include a note telling us about you and why you’re right for the job. We look forward to hearing from you and hopefully, welcoming you to our team!

Location: UK Management College (UKMC) Contract type: Full-time, permanent (subject to probation) Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience Role Summary We are seeking a visionary and committed Course Director to lead the BA (Hons) Events Management programme at UKMC. This course blends creativity, design, and project management with a strong focus on live experience production, enabling students to develop as both highly effective event managers and imaginative “experience architects.” The Course Director will take overall responsibility for the academic management and day-to-day running of the course, ensuring its effective delivery, quality, and growth. This includes curriculum development, teaching, assessment, quality assurance, student experience, and staff leadership. The postholder will have a key role in maintaining strong industry links and supporting students’ employability, while ensuring compliance with UKMC, partner university and regulatory standards. Key Activities & Responsibilities Management and Performance of the Course • Oversee the performance, quality and student experience of the BA (Hons) Events Management programme by monitoring and responding to key performance indicators, including student feedback, progression, and attainment., • Lead course-level committees, team meetings, and ensure effective organisation of assessment and examination boards., • Coordinate recruitment, admissions, induction, timetabling, and teaching arrangements in collaboration with central teams., • Manage course delivery across multiple modes of study (including potential evenings and weekends) with appropriate academic and administrative support., • Act as the first point of contact for students on the course, providing academic leadership, pastoral guidance, and ensuring the student voice is embedded in decision-making. Curriculum Development • Lead the design, development, and periodic review of the BA (Hons) Events Management curriculum across Levels 4–6., • Ensure the programme reflects sector best practice, industry needs, and aligns with partner university validation requirements., • Embed sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation in teaching and assessment design., • Teach across all levels of the programme, including the design and delivery of modules., • Oversee assessment planning, moderation, and feedback processes, ensuring fairness, rigour, and compliance with awarding partner requirements., • Encourage innovative approaches to pedagogy, making full use of digital learning technologies and live project-based learning., • Produce annual monitoring reports, contributing to continuous quality improvement., • Ensure compliance with UKMC and awarding body standards, the Office for Students (OfS), and relevant sector benchmarks., • Maintain accurate student records, monitoring progression and attainment., • Maintain strong professional networks within the events and festivals sector to support student employability, live projects, and guest lectures., • Engage in scholarship and professional development, ensuring the programme reflects contemporary practice and industry changes., • Promote UKMC and the Events Management programme externally, enhancing its visibility and reputation. Person Specification Qualifications / Education Essential: • A postgraduate qualification (Master’s or above) in Events Management, Business, Tourism, Creative Industries, or a related subject., • PhD or higher-level research qualification., • Teaching qualification (e.g. PG Cert in HE or equivalent). Knowledge & Skills Essential: • Strong knowledge of the events and festivals industry, including current trends, sustainability, and creative practice., • Ability to design, deliver, and lead a degree-level curriculum., • Understanding of assessment practice and feedback approaches in HE., • Ability to lead and motivate academic staff and students in a collaborative and inclusive way., • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills., • Competence in the use of digital learning platforms and IT for teaching and administration., • Established professional or academic networks relevant to the events and creative industries. Essential: • Substantial experience of teaching and assessment in higher education., • Proven experience of academic leadership at programme or module level., • Experience of supporting students from diverse backgrounds and widening participation groups., • Evidence of curriculum design and development., • Industry experience in event management, festival production, experiential marketing, or creative project leadership., • Experience of working within collaborative or franchise partnerships in UK higher education., • Track record of research, knowledge exchange, or consultancy relevant to events management. Why Join UKMC? This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead a dynamic course at the forefront of creative higher education. As Course Director, you will guide students through a practice-led, industry-focused programme that develops the next generation of creative event professionals. You will join a forward-looking institution committed to high-quality teaching, widening participation, and student success. UKMC offers a supportive environment with opportunities for research, scholarship, and professional development, as well as close collaboration with validating university partners and industry stakeholders.

Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding. Factory International is the organisation behind the world-renowned Manchester International Festival (MIF) and the landmark new cultural venue Aviva Studios – a home for bold, original work that brings together artists and communities to imagine new possibilities. Rooted in Manchester yet international in outlook, Factory International works with a wide range of local partners to redefine what a cultural institution can be: a place for invention, sustainability, and collaboration. Its mission – to invent tomorrow, together – speaks to a commitment to the future, to creativity without boundaries, and to connection across artforms and communities. Factory International is now seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer / Executive Director to join its senior leadership team. Reporting to the Artistic Director and Chief Executive, the COO/ED will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s long-term sustainability, financial performance, cultural ambition, and operational excellence. They will lead across finance, people, governance, and operations, ensuring the organisation continues to thrive as a dynamic cultural and civic powerhouse – both locally and globally. The ideal candidate will be a strategic, collaborative, and values-driven leader, combining strong commercial and financial acumen with a deep understanding of people and culture. Whether from within or beyond the arts and culture sector, they will bring significant senior leadership experience, a proven record of driving organisational performance, and a passion for the role art and creativity play in shaping society. Calm under pressure and confident in complexity, they will be as comfortable in the boardroom as they are on the factory floor – leading with integrity, creativity, and care. Factory International is proudly grounded in Manchester and engaged with the world, reflecting the diversity, energy, and imagination of the city and the planet we share, and therefore welcomes applicants of all backgrounds to express an interest in this role. Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Factory International on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit using reference JBWSA. Alternatively email . Applications should be received by noon on Tuesday 11th November 2025. Please complete the equal opportunities monitoring form as part of the application process. The purpose of collecting this data for our clients is to build an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and to encourage equality and diversity. Your equal opportunities information will not form part of any selection or promotion process and will not be disclosed to the selection panel.

Chief Operating Officer / Executive Director.Chief Operating Officer / Executive Director.Factory International is the organisation behind the world-renowned Manchester International Festival (MIF) and the landmark new cultural venue Aviva Studios – a home for bold, original work that brings toget

Within Live Entertainment & Music.Social Media, Content Creation across Web, Email and Social Media.Our client is one of the UKs largest services groups within the Entertainment, Art, Festival and Music industry.Operating across 5 iconic brands, they have a reputation for quality and exceptional cus

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Head of Marketing – Live Events & Festivals. Deep understanding of UK music culture, digital marketing trends, and the live events landscape. Minimum 5+ years in a senior marketing role within the festival, live events, or entertainment sector.

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Location: Manchester 2 days per week.Data Idols are working with one of the largest entertainment organisations growing rapidly within their global operations.With innovation, creativity, and data at the company’s heart, they are looking for a Data Team Lead to join a growing function.This is a ro

As Head of Data Science, you’ll lead a growing team of 6+ scientists embedded across product and functional teams, while also setting the technical direction and ensuring alignment with company-wide OKRs. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the data science strategy, support the career growth

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With innovation, creativity, and data at the company's core, they are seeking a SQL Developer to help push technological boundaries. As an SQL Developer, you will work with a team of developers on the continuous development of the department's systems. Your responsibilities will include building and

It's a busy and exciting time for the brand and we’re on the hunt for a Sales Manager to join our growing Festival Park team. As our Festival Park Sales Manager, you will lead and inspire a team to deliver great results through your commerciality, collaboration, resilience and being customer obses

McDonald's are one of the most recognised brands in the world, and the backbone of our brand is commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community and Family.We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, providing q

Once the festival has successfully passed, we will also be needing to write post-festival reviews. This is a great opportunity to work alongside large festival organizations and to see yourself featured on our Licklist Festival Page. Festival/ Events Content Writer, United Kingdom.

Location: Bedford – 2 days per month.We are currently looking for a Data Lead to join our client’s fast-paced and collaborative tech team.Reporting directly into the CTO, this role is central to ensuring their data is accurate, secure, and used to its full potential.As the Data Lead, you will sh

Maintain accurate records and to input Hay Festival management systems. To promote and comply with current legislation including Hay Festival policies on Equality and Diversity and Health & Safety, Safeguarding, in the delivery of services and the treatment of others. The role requires excellent ver

Location: Bedford – 2 days per month.We are currently looking for a Data Governance Manager to join our client’s fast-paced and collaborative tech team.Reporting directly into the CTO, this role is central to ensuring their data is accurate, secure, and used to its full potential.As the Data Lea

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Y Not Festival is a music and arts festival held in the Peak District, England, primarily focusing on indie, rock, and pop music, but also featuring comedy, paint fights, and other fun activities for all ages. We are looking for a freelance Social Media Manager to join the team for 3 months, respons

The successful candidate will work alongside the Festival and Events Lead Officer to support festivals and events in Westmorland and Furness, including on Council owned land. We are looking to appoint a Festival and Events Support Officer to work within the existing team to support and promote the s

We are currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our innovative andfast-paced client.You’ll be developing high-quality, scalable software solutions that underpin their global platform.As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll be hands-on with the latest Azure technologies, writing cle

Liaise with key Festival partners and speakers around our strategies, identifying additional opportunities for mutual promotion and support. Support the Communications Director in key partnership development and seek new marketing and partnership opportunities to promote the Hay Festival via third p

Crystal Palace Park, in London this year.Our critically-acclaimed, open-air concert series features a mix of high-profile artists across multiple genres.July: Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds.Roles will include basic bar and bar support.The bar work will mainly consist of pouring pints and basic

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Joining one of the best-known retail brands in the UK as a Senior Data Engineer, you will support the delivery of data transformation during an exciting time within the company.They are looking for someone with experience in building and maintaining data pipelines and to collaborate with the wider d

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Location: Bedford – 2 days per month.We are currently looking for a Data Strategy Manager to join our client’s fast-paced and collaborative tech team.Reporting directly into the CTO, this role is central to ensuring their data is accurate, secure, and used to its full potential.As the Data Lead,

Salary: £70,000 – £75,000; Location: Bedford – 2 days per month.We are currently looking for a Data Lead to join our client’s fast-paced and collaborative tech team.Reporting directly into the CTO, this role is central to ensuring their data is accurate, secure, and used to its full potentia