Employment Development Manager

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is looking for an Employment Development Manager to lead a new team focused on inclusive employment pathways. The role involves designing initiatives to support residents, especially those facing barriers, into sustainable work. The position is fixed-term until March 2026, with potential for extension. Strong leadership and innovative programme design skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Visionary leader with experience in inclusive employment pathways.
• Strong strategic thinking and programme leadership skills.
• Ability to innovate services that support residents facing barriers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Future of Inclusive Employment in Coventry.
• Design and deliver inclusive employment pathways.
• Develop partnerships to support residents into sustainable work.

Job description

Overview

The Skills, Employment & Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. We work with a range of delivery partners to provide a wide portfolio of top-quality support to Coventry residents of all ages who are looking for work. We work with partners across the city and our Employer Hub actively works with local employers to generate opportunities for local people. We are a friendly and welcoming multicultural and diverse team based in the Job Shop situated in Coventry City Centre. We are here to support all Coventry's diverse residents, each with differing needs and tailor their support to help them search for employment, training, apprenticeships and work placements. People can explore a wide range of local vacancies that are updated daily and access training opportunities. We also provide ground-breaking specialist support for local residents who face multiple and sometimes complex barriers that make it hard for them to find a job. The Job Shop and our exciting range of specialist employment support programmes are among the very best support available in the UK.

What is the job role? This position is offered on a fixed-term basis until 31st March 2026, aligned with a Government-backed programme, with potential for future extension subject to continued funding and programme priorities. Lead the Future of Inclusive Employment in Coventry. Coventry City Council is launching a new, high-impact team within our Skills, Employment & Adult Education (SEAE) service - and we're looking for a visionary leader to drive it forward. As Employment Development Manager for the Connect to Work programme, you'll be at the forefront of designing and delivering inclusive employment pathways that support residents—especially those facing barriers—into meaningful, sustainable work. This is a strategic role with real influence, combining programme leadership, partnership development, and service innovation.