Mobilisation Manager

Avalon Group; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Avalon Group is seeking an experienced Mobilisation Manager to lead safe implementation of new services and strategy growth across Yorkshire and neighbouring areas. You will work closely with operational teams, commissioners, housing providers, and senior leaders to mobilise new services and ensure readiness.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast‑paced environments, balancing governance, quality and commercial awareness while building relationships to coordinate complex projects and shape

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead complex mobilisation programmes.
• Strong stakeholder management across multiple partner types.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and services.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with operational teams, commissioners, housing providers, and senior leaders to mobilise new services.
• Support operational transitions and coordinate workforce readiness.
• Ensure services are safe, compliant, and sustainable.

Skills

Operational leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Programme / project management

Governance & quality

Job description

Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 per annum (dependent upon experience).

Location: negotiable but will involve travel across the Avalon Localities.

About the Role

As a growing charity supporting people with learning disabilities, autistic people, and individuals with complex needs, we are looking for an experienced and operationally strong Mobilisation Manager to help lead the safe implementation of new services and strategic growth projects across Yorkshire and neighbouring areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with operational teams, commissioners, housing providers, and senior leaders to mobilise new services.
• Support operational transitions and coordinate workforce readiness.
• Ensure services are safe, compliant, and sustainable.

Ideal Candidate

• Thrives in fast‑paced operational environments.
• Able to balance pace, governance, quality, and commercial awareness.
• Enjoys building relationships and coordinating complex projects.
• Wants to help shape high‑quality, person‑centred services from day one.

Application requirements

Applicants must be residents in the UK and not require sponsorship. Appointment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate.

We are an equal opportunity employer – anyone with the right skills is encouraged to apply, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sexuality or any disabilities.