Social Value Lead

AtkinsRéalis is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. We believe in creating social value through our projects and initiatives, ensuring that our work benefits society as a whole. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Social Value Lead to join our team and drive our social value agenda forward.

The Social Value Lead will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing our social value strategy. This role will involve working closely with various stakeholders, including clients, partners, and community groups, to ensure that our projects deliver tangible social benefits. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social value, sustainability, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive social value strategy aligned with the company’s goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate social value considerations into project planning and delivery.
• Engage with clients, partners, and community groups to identify opportunities for social value creation.
• Monitor and report on social value outcomes, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and frameworks.
• Provide training and support to internal teams on social value principles and practices.
• Represent the company at industry events and forums, promoting our social value initiatives.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in social value and sustainability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, sustainability, business) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a similar role, with a track record of delivering successful social value initiatives.
• Strong understanding of social value frameworks and standards (e.g., Social Value Act, ISO 26000).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to measure and report on social value outcomes.
• Passion for social value and sustainability, with a commitment to making a positive impact.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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