Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (9 months)
We are seeking a Social Sustainability Advisor to support the delivery of a pre-determined Social Value strategy across a major Government contract within the North West region.
Covering Manchester, Liverpool, Cheshire and North Wales, this role will work closely with schools, Jobcentres, community partners and internal stakeholders to ensure social value commitments are translated into meaningful outcomes for local communities and disadvantaged groups.
Job Description
Working as part of a wider Social Sustainability team, the successful candidate will support the implementation of the Social Value Delivery Plan, managing regional projects, engaging key stakeholders and measuring social impact.
The role requires regular travel across the region, typically 1-4 days per week depending on business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver the regional elements of the contract's Social Value Plan, ensuring agreed commitments are achieved.
- Lead and coordinate social value activities across designated sites within the North West region.
- Plan, manage and deliver multiple social value projects, ensuring key milestones and objectives are met.
- Build and maintain relationships with schools, Jobcentres, community organisations and other regional stakeholders.
- Deliver employment support initiatives and inclusive recruitment activities that support disadvantaged groups into work.
- Organise and promote volunteering opportunities and support participation in business mentoring programmes.
- Collect, monitor and report qualitative and quantitative social value data, ensuring accurate evidence and performance tracking.
- Collaborate with Social Sustainability Advisors, contract stakeholders and operational teams to maximise social value outcomes across the contract.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
- Clear enthusiasm for social sustainability, community engagement and social value delivery.
- Understanding of social value legislation, including the Central Government Social Value Model and associated requirements.
- Knowledge of social value measurement, data collection, evidence gathering and impact reporting.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and partners.
- Full willingness and ability to travel extensively across the North West region, including Manchester, Liverpool, Cheshire and North Wales.
- Full UK driving licence and suitability for a Car Band 3 vehicle allocation.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,
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ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
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Social Sustainability Advisor in Liverpool employer: ISS UK Limited
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