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.
Stakeholder Account Manager in Manchester employer: The Growth Company
The Growth Company is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative culture that prioritises practical impact and employee development. As a Leadership Development Architect & Coach, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of leadership within the organisation while enjoying a flexible part-time schedule that supports work-life balance. With a commitment to fostering growth and providing meaningful learning experiences, this role is perfect for those seeking to make a significant difference in leadership development.
