# Event Details - **Event Name**: Flexible working with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Interactive event exploring practical ways to implement flexible working, guided by insights from Greater Manchester Good Employment CharterAbout this EventThis interactive event is an opportunity for People Professionals to explore different ways in which flexible working can be implemented and the benefits of this, guided by insights from the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.The session will begin with a presentation from Sharon McDonnell from the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter (GEC). This will explain what the GEC is and what their view on good practice around flexible working is. They will share examples of flexible working that they have seen in the organisations that they work with.The main part of the agenda will then be an interactive session where attendees can explore in groups different aspects of flexible working. Attendees will be encouraged to share their experiences of implementing and facilitating flexible working. It will also be a safe space to discuss current challenges with other People Professionals.About the Greater Manchester Good Employment CharterThe Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter is a voluntary membership and assessment scheme which has been created to improve employment standards across all GM employers, regardless of size, sector or geography. Organisations – including public sector bodies, private sector businesses, service providers, the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise sector – can sign up to the Charter.We want to see Greater Manchester as a place where people are paid fairly for their work, treated appropriately and provided with inclusive opportunity. At the same time, we want to see the city region’s economy thrive, with organisations that are productive and effective at the heart of it.” You can read more about the GEC .Speakers bio: is the Membership Manager at the Good Employment Charter.For the past five years, she has worked closely with organisations across Greater Manchester to strengthen their people practices and align them with the Characteristics of Good Employment.Please note:1. Reminder emails will be sent to you the day before, with a further reminder on the day of the event.2. Photography and video production may be taking place at the event, and these images may be used in the CIPD newsletters.3. By attending the event, you are giving your consent for your image to be used on any CIPD promotional materials.4. As we are supplying refreshments, if you can no longer attend, please cancel your place either on Eventbrite, responding to this email.5. This event may include an external speaker who has prepared their own presentation. Any views or opinions expressed by the speaker are their own and do not reflect those of the CIPD.6. If you require any reasonable adjustments to enhance your experience, please get in contact with us by responding to this email and we will do our best to accommodate. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/flexible-working-with-the-greater-manchester-good-employment-charter/100001983608205540 - **Event Categories**: Photography - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Manchester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU)Business School - **lat**: 53.4665878 - **long**: -2.2340348 - **full address**: Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU)Business School, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Flexible working with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/5e97d5f7fca4fd3444614252082b7ecdb98de16c186235fa3c690bc80f180c9f-rimg-w1200-h600-dc3e1152-gmir.jpg?v=1772839440 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Flexible working with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter being held? - **A:** Flexible working with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter takes place on Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU)Business School, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Flexible working with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter? - **A:** Flexible working with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter is organized by The CIPD Branch in Manchester. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Flexible working with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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