Social Value Manager

LOCATION: WBC3 Hounslow. The role can be based anywhere in the UK & I.

SHIFT PATTERN: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

SALARY: 40000.00 - 45000.00 per annum

If you require any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process please contact our Recruitment Department.

Role overview and purpose

ABM UK is seeking an experienced and innovative Social Value Solutions Lead to take ownership of our social value. In this role you will lead with recommendations on the design and development of ABM's social value strategy, ensuring it is outcome-focused, data-driven and aligned to client needs, recognised frameworks and internal ambitions. As the social value subject matter expert, you will provide strategic insight and thought leadership, advising the business on emerging trends and opportunities that strengthen ABM's competitive positioning. You will be responsible for the cohesive implementation of the strategy across supplier partnerships and internal programmes while also supporting the business to create new engagement programmes that deliver meaningful outcomes for clients and communities. A core part of the role will include working with ABM's Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure their initiatives align with and reinforce the organisation's commitments. You will also promote and represent ABM externally, delivering impactful presentations to clients, partners and stakeholders to showcase our leadership in social value. While sustainability knowledge is essential, the focus of this role is on leading ABM's social value solutions, designing, promoting and embedding innovative approaches that meet client requirements and create long-term positive impact.

Key responsibilities

• Lead with recommendations on the design and development of ABM's social value strategy ensuring it delivers measurable differentiating impact.
• Act as the social value subject matter expert advising leadership on new developments, frameworks and market expectations.
• Cross-fertilise with ABM's sustainability / ESG agenda ensuring social value is fully integrated rather than siloed.
• Collaborate with HR and Inclusion teams to align ERG activities with ABM's broader DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) commitments.
• Support the business with new engagement programmes creating innovative initiatives tailored to client, community and market needs.
• Provide innovative data-driven solutions that enhance ABM's value proposition in bids, partnerships and delivery.
• Promote ABM externally through presentations to clients, partners and stakeholders showcasing our leadership in social value.
• Engage with external networks, community organisations, government, third sector and industry bodies to co-create impactful programmes.
• Collaborate with clients and suppliers to embed social value within contracts and supply chains.
• Monitor, measure and report against robust social value metrics.
• Ensure supplier compliance and continuous improvement against social value and sustainability commitments.
• Deliver training and guidance to raise capability across the supply chain and internal teams.
• Manage multiple projects and workstreams simultaneously, ensuring delivery to deadlines and quality standards.

Required skills and experience

• Proven expertise in social value strategy frameworks and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability principles and ESG context.
• 1-3 years experience in roles explicitly dealing with social value, CSR, community engagement, ESG or related fields.
• Experience designing, implementing and measuring social value initiatives, particularly in contracts, supply chains or bids.
• Evidence of working across multiple stakeholder groups: suppliers, clients, community organisations and internal teams.
• Experience contributing to or leading on bid / tender submissions embedding social value into proposals.
• Proven ability to present and represent the organisation externally (e.g. conferences, stakeholder meetings, client presentations).
• Skilled at using data and trend analysis to design, measure and communicate impact.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to deliver multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience collaborating on DEI initiatives or with Employee Resource Groups.
• Ability to bring forward innovative practical ideas that achieve impact and competitive advantage.

Benefits

We're proud to offer a great range of benefits including:

• 24 / 7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home.
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling.
• Get Fit Programme.
• Financial and legal support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access Perks at Work – our employee app with discounts, gift cards, cashback and exclusive offers.
• Resources on family, health, money and work.
• Online chat or telephone service for urgent crisis support.

For more information about ABM's benefits visit our site.

About ABM

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility engineering and infrastructure solutions. Every day over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer and more efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience. ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, mission critical and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. ABM is committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces and investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier world. ABM is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics.