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Head of Social Impact - Stratford - 12 Month FTC

Net Zero Careers Accelerator
£55,000
Full-time
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Description
Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term (Full-Time) Salary: £55,000 Closing Date: 07/04/2025 Make a Difference. We are dedicated to driving positive social impact through sustainability, diversity, and community engagement. We believe in equal opportunities for all and actively support a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you’re passionate about social value, ESG, and making real-world change, this is the role for you! Why Join Us? ✅ Annual Holiday Increase – Up to 5 extra days after 1 year of service ✅ Long Service Awards – Recognizing key career milestones ✅ Perkbox Benefits – Free coffees, cinema tickets, trips away & more! ✅ Volunteer Days – Paid yearly days off to give back to the community Your Role – Driving Social Impact & Change As Head of Social Impact, you’ll lead and manage our Social Impact team, working closely with the ESG Director to integrate social value initiatives across HR, Sustainability, Marketing, and Operations.
Requirements
What You’ll Be Doing: Strategic Leadership & Governance Develop and execute Social Impact Strategy, aligning with UK Social Value legislation Engage with government agencies, local authorities, industry bodies & NGOs to shape future policies Community & Operational Impact Lead corporate volunteering, charitable partnerships, and community engagement programmes Develop partnerships with clients, third-sector organisations & industry bodies to drive real change Financial Accountability Oversee budgeting and resource allocation for social impact projects Identify funding opportunities and apply for grants to expand initiatives Employee & Stakeholder Engagement Foster a culture of purpose-driven work, embedding social impact into employee development Manage and mentor the Social Value Managers, Social Impact Coordinator & Intern Innovation & Continuous Improvement Introduce new methodologies, technologies, and partnerships to enhance social impact delivery Measure success through KPIs, industry recognition, and policy contributions What We’re Looking For: ✔ Proven experience in Social Impact, ESG, or Community Engagement ✔ Strong stakeholder management skills – ability to work with government bodies & local authorities ✔ Leadership experience – managing and developing a team ✔ Strategic mindset with hands-on delivery skills ✔ Passion for sustainability, diversity, and social value
Expiry date: 07/04/2025
Head of Social Impact - Stratford - 12 Month FTC
Company
Net Zero Careers Accelerator
Salary
£55,000
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Newham
Our Commitments
Climate Conscious
Building Diverse Workforces
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