Trainee Social Value Coordinator

Fawkes and Reece; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a passionate Social Value Coordinator to join their dynamic team. This role is perfect for recent graduates eager to break into the construction sector or those looking to advance their career in Social Value. You will oversee exciting projects across the Midlands, engaging with local councils and businesses while promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. With a clear path for progression and development, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community and contribute to the company's social value objectives. If you're ambitious and self-motivated, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply for this entry-level position.
• Strong social and communication skills are essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with content requests and attend meetings with stakeholders.
• Promote careers in construction through initiatives in schools and colleges.

Skills

Communication Skills

Social Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

Degree in Construction

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Social Science

Job description

Reference: TSVCB140425_1744622984
Posted: April 14, 2025

A leading tier 1 contractor is seeking an ambitious Social Value Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity to join a paramount business with an extensive background as a reputable contractor. The Social Value Coordinator will play a key part in the development and future of the business.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who has recently graduated looking to get into the construction industry or someone looking to pursue a career within Social Value. Joining a leading Tier 1 contractor as a Social Value Coordinator within their established social value team, overseeing exciting schemes across the Midlands region, ranging from £50K - £150M. Preferably you will hold a relevant degree within construction, environmental science, or social science.

Duties include:

• Supporting and fulfilling client's contents requests
• Attending regular meetings with local councils, neighbourhoods, and businesses regarding ongoing projects
• Highlighting career opportunities and producing initiatives within schools, colleges, etc., driving and promoting careers in construction
• Driving and implementing company incentives and programmes, promoting the work of the business
• Hosting equality, diversity, and inclusion events

The nature of this role will call upon strong social, people, and communication skills. An ambitious nature and self-motivated attitude are essential as you will be responsible for covering up to 6 schemes by yourself and reporting into the Social Value Manager.

Your proof of a great place to work is the opportunity for progression & development, with a clear career plan in place for the right dedicated and driven individual. Offering exposure across varying schemes and areas within Social Value.