Social Value Coordinator

Elvet Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional housing contractor is seeking a Social Value Coordinator in Leeds to create and deliver social and economic value initiatives. The ideal candidate should have experience in programme coordination, a full UK driving licence, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a salary between £28,000 and £32,000 and is a permanent position. Join a growing business committed to making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Clean criminal record required.
• Experience in programme coordination is necessary.
• Understanding of social and economic value in procurement is needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate social and economic value initiatives.
• Engage with local stakeholders and maintain relationships.
• Oversee planning and scheduling of initiatives.
• Create communications and content for KPIs.

Skills

Programme coordination

Knowledge of education and community sector

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Qualification in a relevant subject area

Job description

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit an Social Value Coordinator for a regional housing contractor, to work within their regional division in Leeds. This is a perfect opportunity for an individual who has a passion for making a difference and a genuine interest in Social Value to join a growing business.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit a strong passion for Social Value and a commitment to creating positive change
• Conduct research on social value priorities of clients and industry best practices
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver social and economic value initiatives, including work experience programs, site visits, and school engagement activities
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, site teams, supply chain partners, and delivery collaborators
• Lead outreach efforts and engage with local stakeholders
• Oversee planning, resource allocation, and scheduling of initiatives
• Organize and execute events
• Develop case studies and compile content for KPIs and portal submissions
• Create internal and external communications
• Ensure strict adherence to health and safety standards, safeguarding protocols, and GDPR compliance across all activities
• Engage in continuous professional development through appraisals and relevant training opportunities
• Demonstrate and uphold our clients core values: care, trust, integrity, respect, and collaboration

Skills and experience

• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Clean criminal record (essential)
• Experience in programme coordination
• Knowledge of the education and community sector
• Understanding of social and economic value in procurement and/or corporate responsibility
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience delivering presentations in schools (desirable)
• Qualification in a relevant subject area (desirable)
• General understanding of the construction sector (desirable)

Role information

• Working Hours are Monday to Friday
• Salary is circa £28,000 - £32,000

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

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Please call Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail