Social Value Officer in Winsford

Equans is looking for a Social Value Officer to join our team covering the Cheshire area on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle and benefits package. Please note this role requires flexibility as you will be required to regularly travel to site and client meetings.

The role involves coordinating and delivering Social Value commitments across multiple contracts to meet bid requirements and deadlines. You will accurately record and report Social Value activities following internal processes, promote Social Value initiatives both internally and externally to drive engagement, support bid and tender content aligned with regional and client priorities, and work collaboratively as a supportive member of the North Social Value Team.

What you will deliver:

• Coordinate and facilitate SV delivery, aligned to commitments, on multiple projects such as site visits, work experience and Equans Engage Workshops.
• Support in the development of innovative programmes/workshops to address the needs of stakeholders and partners.
• Attend and promote the company at employment and careers events.
• Maximise internal and external awareness of SV successes (e.g. Social Media).
• Produce high quality case studies for all SV activity to be used internally and externally.
• Provide current and accurate information to the Social Value Manager aligned to Social Value commitments and identify risks and issues to the Social Value Manager in a timely manner.
• Accurately record all activity on internal trackers and AIMS.
• Produce high quality, accurate reports, aligned to internal requirements and deadlines for multiple projects.
• Support on the production of bid content ensuring commitments are innovative, ambitious yet achievable.
• Develop and maintain effective networks with all relevant contacts to ensure the Social Value commitments are delivered in the most effective way.
• Where required, represent the company on local focus groups in association to education, employment and skills developments and opportunities.
• With the support of the Social Value Manager co-ordinate the full recruitment process for trainees, apprentices, and graduates (TAG's).
• In collaboration with TAG's, their Mentors and Line Managers, support the Review Process to maximise successful completion of study programmes.

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays).
• Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salary.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.

Who are we looking for?

• Good at developing and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Confident in producing, analysing, and interpreting numerical data.
• Able to work independently on multiple projects prioritising workload to meet deadlines.
• Flexible - will be required to travel on a regular basis to site and client locations.
• Knowledge of Social Value legislation in the UK & Ireland.
• Knowledge of Apprenticeship Schemes in the UK & Ireland.

As part of our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do; should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a relocation package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.