Do you want to help shape the future of Manchester's communities?
We are looking for a Stakeholder & Social Value Advisor to join our team on a part-time basis (3 days per week) until October 2025.
This role is crucial in delivering social value activities and stakeholder engagement related to our highways projects in Manchester.
You will work closely with the Manchester City Council to enhance customer satisfaction and promote social value within the community.
Octavius is a leading infrastructure company dedicated to delivering high-quality projects that make a positive impact on communities.
We pride ourselves on our commitment to social value, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement.
Our team is passionate about creating lasting benefits for the communities we serve.
What you'll be working on… Develop and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including local authorities, residents, businesses, and community groups.
Coordinate and run local engagement events, ensuring effective communication and participation from all relevant parties.
Manage stakeholder communication, handling inquiries and complaints, and advocating for equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI).
Contribute to community investment initiatives and build brand awareness within the local community.
Ensure that social value initiatives are effectively communicated and understood by all stakeholders.
Produce and implement engagement action plans and stakeholder trackers.
Collaborate with the customer communications team to develop and maintain the Scheme Customer & Stakeholder Plan and scheme Social Media Plan.
Provide direction and guidance to colleagues delivering social value initiatives.
You'll receive… We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday).
You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.
You'll bring...
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate and manage multiple events and initiatives.
Confidence in engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Local knowledge of the geography being covered.
Experience in communications and engagement is essential.
Understanding of social value and its importance within the community.
If you are ready to make a positive impact in Manchester and join a team of dedicated professionals, we would love to hear from you!
Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference.
We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive.
We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients.
If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.