Defence Industry Partnerships Lead

RNN Group; Catcliffe; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (local government)

Up to 44 days annual leave

Gyms, restaurants and salons

Health & wellbeing schemes

Wellbeing Hub access

Flexible working hours

Free parking

Career development funding

STEM teacher training grants up to £6,

Recruitment referral scheme

Job summary

RNN Group is recruiting a Defence Account Manager to champion the Defence Technology and Innovation Centre (DTEC). Based at Dearne Valley College, Rotherham, you will engage defence employers, capture sector needs, and secure investment to support apprenticeships and placements for adult learners.

You will build partnerships, influence educators, and promote the DTEC brand at regional and national events, ensuring strong stakeholder relationships and real-world career pathways in defence sectors.

Qualifications

• Partnership expertise in stakeholder engagement, account management, or partnership working.
• Clear experience working within or alongside the FE sector.
• Experience working to and achieving KPIs and targets.

Responsibilities

• Drive Industry Engagement with defence employers to position the DTEC as a leader.
• Capture real-time sector needs and inform educators to shape curriculums.
• Build partnerships to secure financial, equipment, and in-kind contributions.
• Create career pipelines with employers for apprenticeships and placements.
• Represent the brand at events to maintain strong partner relationships.

Skills

Partnership expertise

Sector knowledge

Target-driven mindset

Mobility

Education

Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy

Level 2 Information, Advice & Guidance

Job description

RNN Group is recruiting a Defence Account Manager to champion the Defence Technology and Innovation Centre (DTEC). Based at Dearne Valley College, Rotherham, you will engage defence employers, capture sector needs, and secure investment to support apprenticeships and placements for adult learners.

You will build partnerships, influence educators, and promote the DTEC brand at regional and national events, ensuring strong stakeholder relationships and real-world career pathways in defence sectors.