Business Advisor - Finance and Professional

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social enterprise in Manchester is seeking a Business Advisor specializing in Finance and Professional sectors. The role involves providing expert advice to business owners, promoting good employment practices, and supporting workforce development initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong sector knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Finance and Professional sectors.
• Proven track record in managing workforce issues during periods of growth.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain effective relations with business owners.
• Identify and support businesses in addressing workforce development challenges.
• Collaborate with diverse training providers to offer training solutions.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Networking

Planning

Project Management

Education

Degree/CIPD level qualifications

Job description

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Business Advisor - Finance and Professional, Manchester

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Business Advisor - Finance and Professional

Type: Full time/Permanent

Location: Manchester/Hybrid

Salary: Up to £42,000

We are working with a very exciting social enterprise business that is seeking a Finance and Professional Specialist to join their expanding team. The role involves supporting business owners in a specific sector by providing expert advice on organisational development and promoting good employment practices. The ideal candidate will have strong sector knowledge, including insights into business challenges, skills needs, and growth opportunities.

The position is part of a wider business support team that has been assisting thousands of companies since 2011, ranging from start-ups to established businesses, by offering tailored guidance, fostering innovation, and connecting businesses with funding and expertise across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain effective relations with business owners/leaders and key contacts.
• Promote the work of the Workforce Development team.
• Identify and support businesses in addressing workforce development challenges.
• Collaborate with diverse training providers to offer training solutions.
• Handle client enquiries and assess growth potential, workforce, and business needs.

About You:

• Expertise in facilitating, coaching, and organisational change management.
• In-depth understanding of the workforce development arena.
• Experience in the Finance and Professional sectors.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and networking skills.
• Strong planning, organisational, administrative, and project management skills.

Skills Required:

• Degree/CIPD level qualifications or relevant business experience.
• Business experience in the Finance and Professional sectors.
• Proven track record in managing workforce issues during periods of growth.
• Effective teamwork and a professional approach to management.