At a Glance
- Tasks: Build relationships with Local Authorities and support businesses in Greater Manchester.
- Company: Join The Growth Company, a leader in business support and innovation.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and community impact.
- Other info: Work on-site in Oldham three days a week; flexible job share options available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local economies while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and experience in relationship management.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Growth Company’s (GC) Business Growth Hub (BGH) team has an exciting opportunity for a Stakeholder Account Manager, a role focused on supporting businesses across Greater Manchester to start, grow, and innovate.
BGH supports businesses across Greater Manchester with expert advice on funding, innovation, people, sales and sustainability. We provide tailored support to meet the needs of each business at every stage of its growth journey.
The Stakeholder Account Manager plays an important role in managing the relationship between The Growth Company and Local Authorities. Aligned to a specific Local Authority area, the role coordinates GC delivery activity locally and ensures business support reflects the needs and priorities of the local economy.
Working closely with colleagues across GC, Local Authorities, and key partners, the Stakeholder Account Manager helps ensure that support for businesses is inclusive, place-based, and delivers meaningful economic impact.
Please note that this role requires working on‑site in Oldham three days per week.Key Responsibilities:
- Build strong, trusted relationships with Local Authorities and act as the main point of contact.
- Understand local economic strategies and ensure Growth Company activity aligns with local priorities.
- Coordinate delivery across specialist teams to generate economic impact within each district.
- Lead regular meetings with advisors to review activity, monitor engagement, and track outcomes.
- Provide Local Authorities with updates, insights, and performance data to support future planning.
- Support the development of co‑working spaces and co‑locate with LA teams where appropriate.
- Represent Business Growth Hub at events, engage with businesses, and promote available services.
- Maintain accurate CRM records and produce regular reports on activity and economic developments.
About You:
- A confident relationship‑builder who can influence senior stakeholders.
- Personable, approachable, and able to build long‑lasting rapport with partners and clients.
- Motivated, professional, and committed to continuous improvement.
- Able to understand and reflect the Growth Company values in your work.
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.
- Skilled at managing multiple priorities and navigating complex situations.
- Curious about the economic landscape and keen to stay up to date.
- Driven to make a positive difference across Greater Manchester’s communities and sectors.
Skills Required:
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire trust.
- Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
- Ability to analyse data, draw conclusions, and use insights to influence decisions.
- Skilled in strategic relationship management and business development.
- Experience conducting business diagnostics and using analytical tools.
- Ability to negotiate sensitively and manage projects against milestones.
- Knowledge of GC support services, CRM systems, and Greater Manchester’s key sectors.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners.
We are currently unable to provide sponsorship for work permits or visas. Therefore, we can only consider candidates who already have the legal right to work in the UK.
At GC, safeguarding the welfare of all individuals including vulnerable adults and young people is a top priority, and we expect all staff to uphold this standard. All appointments follow Safer Recruitment Procedures, including a DBS check carried out by Due Diligence Limited (DDC Ltd), at no cost to the successful candidate.
Please note: It is a legal offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity if you are on the Barred List.
We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria and either have a disability or are from a diverse ethnic community.
If this applies to you, you can request consideration under this scheme during the application process. Your request will be shared only with the Hiring Manager and Internal Recruitment Team.
Key information
- Employer: The Growth Company
- Locations: Greater Manchester, Oldham
- Role Type: Permanent
- Working Hours: Full-Time
More about this role
- Closing Date: Thursday 16th July 2026 at 12:00pm
- Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes
