Defence Artificial Intelligence Centre - Lead Business Relationship Manager

Memento Exclusives; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization supporting youth development seeks a dedicated professional to build strong partnerships with licensed organizations in the UK. The role requires excellent communication and organizational skills to manage relationships and ensure the delivery of quality, inclusive DofE programmes. You will work in a hybrid model, combining both home and fieldwork throughout Wiltshire and Swindon. Competitive benefits are offered, including a generous pension and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

Healthcare cash plan

25 days holiday plus additional leave

Qualifications

• Passion for the development of young people as an ambassador for DofE.
• Exceptional organizational ability to meet deadlines.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with partner organisations to ensure quality delivery.
• Identify and develop new relationships with educational and community organisations.
• Deliver regular meetings with stakeholders at various levels.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational ability

Team player attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Overview

This role involves building strong, trust‑based partnerships with our Licensed Organisations (LOs) to deliver high‑quality and inclusive DofE programmes to young people. You will be based in London and work in a hybrid model, combining home‑based and field‑based work throughout the Wiltshire and Swindon portfolio area.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with partner organisations (Licensed Organisations – LOs) and ensure the delivery of high‑quality, inclusive DofE programmes.
• Identify and develop new relationships with educational and community organisations to widen access to DofE.
• Deliver regular meetings – in person and virtually – engaging stakeholders at various levels.
• Own the relationship, deliver value and shape growth with partners.
• Maintain accurate administrative records, prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Passion for the development of young people and an authentic ambassador for DofE.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Exceptional organisational ability, with the capacity to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and maintain excellent administrative skills.
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• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Positive outlook and strong team‑player attitude.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Residence within or close to the Wiltshire and Swindon portfolio area.

Benefits

• Generous pension contribution.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Volunteer leave.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year.
• Additional benefits: death in service benefit, incapacity benefit, generous family leave and sick leave.

How to Apply

Submit your application via our website by Monday 22nd December at midnight. Interviews will take place on 14th January 2025 via Teams. We will be closed for Christmas holidays and will resume contact with candidates week commencing 5th January 2026. All successful applicants must undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.

For any assistance or to obtain the application in a different format, please contact us at [e-mail].