Defence Industry Partnerships Manager

Ad Warrior Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Professional development support

Job summary

RNN Group in Dearne Valley College, Rotherham, is seeking a Defence Account Manager to champion the Defence Technology and Innovation Centre (DTEC) brand and lead industry partnerships. You will engage defence primes, mid-tiers and SMEs and shape curriculum needs to align with sector demand.

The role focuses on securing sector investment, building career pathways including apprenticeships and placements, and representing the DTEC brand at regional and national events.

Qualifications

• Partnerships and stakeholder engagement experience.
• Experience working with FE sector or similar.
• Proven track record of meeting KPIs and targets.

Responsibilities

• Drive industry engagement with regional and national defence employers.
• Bridge the skills gap by feeding sector requirements back to educators.
• Secure financial, equipment, and in-kind contributions from defence partners.
• Create clear career pipelines including apprenticeships and placements.
• Represent the DTEC brand at events and maintain strong partner relationships.

Skills

Partnership expertise

Sector knowledge

Target-driven mindset

Mobility

Qualifications

Education

Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy

Level 2 Information, Advice & Guidance

Job description

RNN Group in Dearne Valley College, Rotherham, is seeking a Defence Account Manager to champion the Defence Technology and Innovation Centre (DTEC) brand and lead industry partnerships. You will engage defence primes, mid-tiers and SMEs and shape curriculum needs to align with sector demand.

The role focuses on securing sector investment, building career pathways including apprenticeships and placements, and representing the DTEC brand at regional and national events.