Employability Manager
Location
Central London - Hybrid Working
Hours
Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
Salary
£53,593 - £56,413 per annum + Excellent Benefits
About the Role
Lead a bold new approach to employability at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH). As the Programme Delivery Manager for MTVH Works, you will spearhead a transformative programme designed to tackle economic inequality and remove barriers to opportunity for our residents. This role involves shaping and delivering high-impact employability services, collaborating across MTVH and with external partners to unlock potential and advance social mobility within our communities.
You will lead a team of skilled professionals delivering employability and skills support, build strong partnerships with employers, funders, and sector leaders, and drive innovation through projects that respond to the evolving economy and labour market. Acting as an ambassador for MTVH Works, you will represent the programme at sector events and with key stakeholders, secure funding, and grow capacity to deliver more for our communities. You will also ensure quality, compliance, and value for money across all services and projects while developing effective strategic delivery approaches to enhance economic prosperity for residents.
MTVH is a values-driven organisation committed to diversity, inclusion, and empowerment. Joining us means becoming part of a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and make a real difference in social housing and community development.
Experience
Proven experience in leading high-performing teams and delivering results in employability and skills.
Experienced economic development professional with a passion for improving outcomes for residents and communities.
Strong relationship-building and influencing skills.
Experience securing investment and scaling impact to grow capacity for transformative outcomes.
Programme and project management experience with a focus on continuous improvement.
About you
Dynamic and strategic thinker with the ability to develop innovative solutions to labour market challenges.
Passionate about social impact and committed to creating thriving communities.
Excellent communication and ambassadorial skills to represent MTVH Works effectively.
Motivated to lead change and drive social mobility through employability initiatives.
Qualifications
Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in economic development, employability, or related fields are desirable but not explicitly stated.
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