Social Value Manager

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom McBains Full time

McBains are looking to hire a Social Value Managerwho will own our commitment to creating and measuring social value across bids and projects in the business. You will work with multi-disciplinary teams on projects shaping our towns, cities and infrastructure networks with responsibility for developing and implementing contract-specific social value action plans. These plans need to align with client requirements and our social value goals, ensuring we contribute positively to our community and stakeholders.

The Social Value manager will be responsible for defining social value commitments, answering bid questions at the bid stage and ensuring they are implemented on awarded contracts and that data is captured, verified and reported.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, this strategic role will give significant exposure to our business, acting as the sole point of contact for social value knowledge.

RESPONSBILITIES

Pre-contract:

  • Work with project leads and bid teams to identify social value opportunities at the bid stage and develop compelling and high-scoring responses to our social value commitments.
  • Work with the bid support teamto research SV policies at local and Central government levels associated with bid opportunities we are pursuing.
  • Work with the bid support team to analyse client feedback and identify areas for improvement.
  • Capture all social value commitments stated in bids.
  • Work with project leads and clients to implement monitoring and reporting of social value commitments at the contract award stage and review as required.

Delivery and reporting:

  • Reporting will involve working with project teams to capture project commitments and report on progress throughout the contract period.
  • Assist project teams to deliver on social value commitments stated in bids including organising volunteer opportunities in communities and schools.
  • High-level reporting to the senior management team and operational teams as appropriate.

Process development and implementation:

  • Prepare regular reports on social value achievements and areas for improvement including writing case studies and good news stories for use in newsletters and by the communications team.
  • Establish a system for capturing and measuring social value, utilising appropriate metrics and key performance indicators.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive social value strategy aligned with McBains objectives building on work already carried out.
  • Delivery of upskilling and capacity-building workshops to colleagues
  • Foster a culture of social responsibility within McBains to encourage employee engagement in social initiatives.
  • Identify potential partnerships with non-profit organisations, government agencies, and other entities to further our social value objectives and build and maintain relationships to enhance our collective contribution to social causes.

Continuous improvement:

  • Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of social value initiatives and adjust strategies as needed.
  • Stay informed about emerging trends, social value investment models and best practices in social responsibility to evolve our approach.
  • Attend and speak at external events and undertake external business development.

Is this role right for you?

This opportunity would suit someone who is looking to build on relevant experience and progress their career in a fast-paced consultancy environment. You will be joining an enthusiastic and growing community of practice in a new role with the opportunity to bring your skills and experience to the fore.

Skills and Knowledge

  • An excellent knowledge of the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012, PPN 06/20, and best practice social value deliveryas well as good working knowledge of the TOMs framework.
  • Proven experience in developing social value plans and strategies including, but not limited to, actions around community engagement, supply chain diversification, apprenticeship schemes, procurement policy and local skills development.
  • Proven experience in contributing to bids and winning work.
  • Confidence in liaising with senior internal and external stakeholders
  • Excellent communication skills, including listening, presenting, and writing.
  • A proactive attitude towards innovation, leading initiatives, and driving change.
  • An ability to manage your own time, ensuring deliverables to agreed deadlines and within budget, working with Project Managers
  • An ability to build networks and coach others.
  • Good at integrating multiple sources of information, plans, and people.
  • Ability to build positive professional relationships and to persuade and influence stakeholders.
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