Business Engagement Manager

Business Engagement Manager  

Grade: 3.3-3B £25,233-£30,450

Hours: Full time

Location: Sherwood Rise

Closing Date: 24 August 2017

Interview Date 12 September 2017

What are we looking for? 

A natural influencer with a passion and expertise in developing skills and further education landscape. You will need to possess an extensive knowledge and have extensive experience of working in a commercially focused Business to Business Recruitment, Training & Development role; in addition, an up to date knowledge of the apprenticeship reforms, ESFA funding methodology is vital. Excellent verbal and written communication and coaching skills is essential to fulfil the requirements of this role.

Who Are We?

We are an Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding social enterprise at the forefront of providing jobs and skills advice, training and apprenticeships to support young people, adults into work with reputable employers and training. We deliver projects and administer funding within local communities and operate the National Careers Service across the East Midlands and Eastern England. We are jointly owned by Nottingham City Council and Nottinghamshire County Council.

Our mission is to inspire people of all ages to achieve their potential and, in so doing, help reduce unemployment and support economic growth.

What can we offer? At Futures, our company-wide values: underpin who we are and what we do and it is essential that all colleagues share these.  Having these values means we work in a culture which is open to learning and improvement, leads by example, is passionate about making a difference and develops the potential of both colleagues and clients.

Having a happy and motivated workforce is critical to our ongoing success. We genuinely care about our colleagues and offer a range of benefits and opportunities to support you in your role and grow in confidence. We will: help you develop in your role, support your career growth, promote positive health and wellbeing at work, and encourage a good work/life balance

Job Specification Requirements
The successful candidate will have :

• Vocational qualification at Level 4 or above
• Extensive experience in a business development role within in the further education/ work based training sector within the last 2 years 
• Ability to work under pressure to challenging and multiple deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of work
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills
• Experience of working with employers to development workforce development plans across funded and commercial income streams.

Application Method
To apply, and for further details and a job description for this vacancy visit the Futures website by clicking apply

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks prior and during employment.