JOB DESCRIPTION
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Value Senior Manager to join the Guinness Team. This is a permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week) based in either our London, Euston Road or Oldham, Bower House office. We offer a hybrid working arrangement, combining office and remote working. The purpose of the role is to develop, lead and manage Guinness Social Value Strategy and implementation plan, maximising the social value generated through our procurement, contract management and supply chain activities.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who has proven experience developing and delivering social value strategies and programmes that create measurable impact. You will have strong project and programme management skills, experience of working with suppliers, contractors and external partners, and a proven track record of delivering and evidencing social value outcomes. You will be confident in analysing and interpreting data, measuring and demonstrating social value impact, and producing high-quality reports, proposals and presentations.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills are essential, alongside the ability to build effective relationships, work collaboratively and drive positive outcomes. You will be highly motivated, innovative and organised, with excellent communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a commitment to demonstrating the Guinness Behaviours. You will be able to demonstrate these essential skills: Proven experience of developing, delivering and monitoring social value strategies and activity.
Strong strategic and operational project and programme management expertise. Proven experience of building and maintaining effective partnerships with suppliers, contractors and external organisations to deliver social value outcomes. Experience of tender evaluation and contract assessment and assessing social value commitments as part of procurement processes. Experience of developing and implementing tools, systems and platforms to monitor and report social value activity.
Strong data analysis and reporting skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience of producing reports, proposals and presentations. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective relationships. Highly motivated and innovative, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve objectives. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Demonstrates the Guinness Behaviours. Desirable skills: An understanding of social housing and supply chains. An understanding of customer engagement and voice. An understanding of social value frameworks and principles.
Essential qualifications
Educated to Level 3 (A level or equivalent). Desirable qualifications Educated to Level 6 (Degree or equivalent) or higher. The advertised salary includes a £4,000 London Job Supplement. This allowance applies only to roles based from our Euston Road office. To find out more about the key responsibilities of the role and to ensure you meet the full essential criteria, please review the role profile. TGPCVL Benefits Holidays: We offer 25 – 27 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays.
We will also give you the opportunity to buy up to an additional 5 days. You will also receive additional holiday in line with your length of service (1 extra day per 5 years' service, capped at 4 days). Competitive Pension Scheme: We will help you save for your retirement through our workplace pension scheme. Guinness match your contribution up to 9%. To help you get the most out of your pension contributions, we operate a salary sacrifice arrangement that means you will pay less National Insurance contributions.
Benefits
Portal: We have a lifestyle benefits scheme, pulling together a range of special offers and great deals. You can make some great savings on everyday shopping from fashion and electronics to travel, leisure and days out and weekly supermarket shopping.
Performance Pay: Annual Performance Score bonus subject to eligibility
Life Assurance: For peace of mind Guinness provides three times salary life cover in the event of your death Health Plan Options: There are a couple of health care schemes available depending on the post grade
VDU/DSE: Free eye test vouchers every 2 years with £55 contribution to glasses if requires for VDU work Additional benefits include: Access to the Finance wellbeing portal Professional subscription annual payment Travel season ticket loan Car lease scheme ABOUT US The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for nearly 160,000 residents nationwide.
Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our residents, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re-invested in new and existing homes and improving services. The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Social Value Senior Manager in England employer: Guinness Partnership
The Guinness Partnership is an exceptional employer, dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment in Oldham. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer generous holiday allowances, a competitive pension scheme, and various health plan options, ensuring our team members feel valued and secure. Our commitment to professional growth and community impact makes us a rewarding place to work for those looking to make a difference in the lives of our residents.
