Remote Workforce Development Manager – London & Essex

Sport and Recreation; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CIMSPA in the UK is hiring a Workforce Development Manager to lead regional workforce strategies across London and Essex. You will build strategic partnerships with employers, education providers and authorities to strengthen skill development and professional recognition.

The role focuses on shaping local skills plans, driving income through partnerships, and championing workforce development priorities across CIMSPA teams. It requires strong relationship-building and commercial awareness.

Qualifications

• Experience in workforce development or partnerships within sport and physical activity.

Responsibilities

• Identify workforce needs with employers, education providers and strategic partners.
• Develop and deliver local workforce and skills plans across London and Essex.
• Generate income through partnership growth and professional status opportunities.
• Identify and convert new employer partnerships to strengthen the sector.
• Support employers with workforce planning and skills development.
• Influence regional stakeholders and champion workforce development priorities.
• Collaborate with CIMSPA teams to deliver strong partner experiences.

Skills

Partner management

Stakeholder engagement

Workforce planning

Partnership development

Job description

CIMSPA in the UK is hiring a Workforce Development Manager to lead regional workforce strategies across London and Essex. You will build strategic partnerships with employers, education providers and authorities to strengthen skill development and professional recognition.

The role focuses on shaping local skills plans, driving income through partnerships, and championing workforce development priorities across CIMSPA teams. It requires strong relationship-building and commercial awareness.