Social Impact jobs in United Kingdom

Job Title: Social Value Coordinator

Location: Office-based with UK travel (Maidenhead base is preferred, but Solihull, Abingdon, Sittingbourne, or Witney are suitable alternatives)

Contract Type: Fixed term-12 month contract. Part-Time, 3 days per week or equivalent

Reports To: Sustainability Manager - UK & Ireland

Social value, as outlined in UK PPN 06/20, encourages and empowers NHS suppliers like Abbott to make meaningful contributions to the communities we serve—by helping to reduce health inequalities and championing environmental sustainability.

We are seeking a passionate and proactive Social Value Coordinator to help develop and support the delivery of Abbott's social value activities. This role will help drive meaningful, impact-focused, initiatives to improve lives across the UK.

While direct experience in social value or sustainability is valuable, we also welcome applicants seeking a career change into a purpose-driven role, who can bring relevant transferable skills and a passion for making a positive impact.

• Support development of Abbott's Social Value activities: Collaborate with internal commercial teams and NHS partners to create impact-led social value activities
• Project Management: Coordinate and deliver social value projects, including health education, volunteering, and local employment initiatives
• Data & Reporting: Track and report activities and social value metrics
• Volunteering & CSR: Identify, promote, and coordinate strategic volunteering opportunities for Abbott employees
• Strategic evolution: Contribute to the refinement of Abbott's UK Social Value Strategy
• Community Engagement: Represent Abbott externally and build strong relationships with relevant stakeholders, across local authorities, NHS Trusts, charities, and educational institutions[SC1]

• Excellent project management and delivery skills
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and presentation abilities
• Experience working with public & charitable sector stakeholders, especially with a focus on healthcare or education
• Passion for sustainability, health equity, and community development
• Understanding of the Social Value Act, PPN 06/20, and NHS procurement frameworks
• Ability to work independently and travel occasionally across the UK

• Project management qualification or demonstrable experience in coordinating and delivering community focused projects
• Familiarity with social value measurement tools (e.g., Thrive, Social Value Portal)
• Experience in a healthcare, construction and infrastructure, pharmaceutical, or public sector environment
• Familiar with commercial corporate working environment
• Experience or degree in Public Affairs, Sustainability, Social impact, or related fields