Social Value Manager

Wates Group; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Social Value Manager to enhance project-specific social value plans across diverse sectors. This role offers the chance to work within a talented and supportive team, focusing on delivering impactful social value initiatives while managing key performance indicators. With a commitment to sustainability and community development, you'll play a crucial role in shaping lasting legacies. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and encourages innovative ideas to create a better tomorrow.

Benefits

Competitive salary & profit share scheme

Car Allowance / Company Car

Travel coverage to sites

Private Medical

Pension (8%)

Health & Wellness benefits

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Opportunities for professional development

Family leave benefits

Qualifications

• Understanding of Social Value within complex organizations.
• Knowledge of relevant policies and delivery mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of Social Value activities for projects.
• Supervise Social Value Advisors and support their development.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with proposals.

Skills

Social Value Management

Project Management

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Presentation Skills

Education

Qualification in Social Value

Qualification in Sustainability

Qualification in Community Development

Job description

This is a Full Time/Flexible Working, Permanent vacancy that will close in 2 days at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

Wates is seeking a Social Value Manager to join our London Construction team, focusing on high-profile, technically complex projects across multiple sectors.

If you are passionate about social value, possess proven technical skills, and seek an opportunity to challenge norms, bring fresh ideas, and advance your career, join us to help create tomorrow together.

This role offers a great opportunity to develop your career within a talented, diverse, and supportive team.

About the Role

Our Social Value Managers play a vital role in our business, responsible for managing the delivery of Social Value activities for each site or contract within the region. This includes ensuring project-specific social value plans are in place and aligned with the Wates Social Value Strategy and client requirements, enhancing our brand and leaving a lasting legacy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Deliver SV KPIs and Section 106 requirements according to the social value plan, raising concerns if targets are not met within deadlines.
2. Supervise regional Social Value Advisors (SVAs), supporting their KPI delivery and professional development.
3. Collaborate with bid and proposal teams to ensure submissions meet requirements and deadlines.
4. Manage social value data and evidence for reporting and audits.
5. Produce reports for clients and frameworks, ensuring data is appropriately recorded on portals.
6. Manage budgets for events and initiatives.
7. Coordinate with Communications and Marketing to promote social value initiatives and create content for social media.

Qualifications and Skills

Candidates should have a strong understanding of Social Value within complex organizations, knowledge of relevant policies, acts, and delivery mechanisms, and familiarity with frameworks like TOMS. A qualification in Social Value, Sustainability, or Community Development is desirable, with experience in youth work, urban regeneration, or related initiatives.

Excellent communication, presentation, report writing, and project management skills are essential, along with the ability to build long-term professional relationships.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & profit share scheme
• Car Allowance / Company Car (role/grade dependent)
• Travel coverage to sites (HMRC rates apply)
• Extensive benefits including Private Medical, Pension (8%), Health & Wellness, 26 days holiday + bank holidays, and more
• Opportunities for professional development
• Family leave benefits: 26 weeks paid maternity, 12 weeks paid paternity

We welcome diverse talent and encourage applications even if you do not meet all listed skills, as transferable skills are valued.

For inquiries or confidential discussions about careers, contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail].

We are committed to equality and are recognized as a gold-accredited Investors in People and a Disability Confident employer. We value long-term relationships and support diversity and inclusion.

This role requires a Basic DBS check. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we do not discriminate based on criminal records. Additional pre-employment checks may apply.

About Wates

Wates is a leading UK family-owned development, construction, and property maintenance company with over 125 years of history, driven by our purpose to reimagine places for people to thrive and our promises to create sustainable, inclusive places, protect nature, and foster inclusive opportunities.

Awards and Recognition

Recent accolades include:

• Inside Housing Development Awards - Best Project
• 2022 Construction News Awards - Winner
• Investors in People - Gold Award 2022
• Considerate Constructors Schemes National Site Awards
• Top 50 Employers for Women 2022