Defence Industry Partnerships Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Access to local government pensions (p

Up to 44 days annual leave per year (

Access to gyms, restaurants and salons

Staff health & wellbeing schemes

Digital Wellbeing Hub

Flexible working hours

Free Parking at sites

Career development funding

STEM teacher training grants

Referral scheme £200 per referral

Job summary

RNN Group is launching an exciting new Defence Account Manager role to champion the Defence Technology and Innovation Centre (DTEC). You will drive partnerships with defence primes, mid-tiers, and SMEs from our Dearne Valley College site in Rotherham.

As the primary industry-facing officer, you will capture real-time industry needs, secure sector investment, and forge career pathways including apprenticeships and placements that launch learners into defence sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, account management, or partnership working.
• Clear experience within or alongside the FE sector.
• Experience working to and achieving KPIs and targets.
• Willingness to travel across South Yorkshire and beyond.
• Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy and Level 2 in Information, Advice & Guidance.

Responsibilities

• Drive Industry Engagement: Connect with regional and national defence employers to establish the RNN Group DTEC as a sector-leading collaborative body.
• Bridge the Skills Gap: Gather real-time competency requirements from the sector and bring those insights directly back to educators to shape cutting-edge curriculums.
• Secure Investment: Build strategic partnerships that secure financial, equipment, and in-kind contributions from defence sector partners.
• Enable Career Pipelines: Work side-by-side with employers to secure direct employment pipelines, work placements, and apprenticeships for adult learners.
• Represent the Brand: Attend high-profile regional and national events to promote the DTEC brand and maintain exceptional partner relationships.

Skills

Partnership management

FE sector knowledge

KPIs & targets

Mobility

Literacy/Numeracy LG2

Education

Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy

Level 2 Information, Advice & Guidance

Job description

RNN Group is launching an exciting new Defence Account Manager role to champion the Defence Technology and Innovation Centre (DTEC). You will drive partnerships with defence primes, mid-tiers, and SMEs from our Dearne Valley College site in Rotherham.

As the primary industry-facing officer, you will capture real-time industry needs, secure sector investment, and forge career pathways including apprenticeships and placements that launch learners into defence sectors.