Reed in Partnership has been delivering public services since 1998. We are a British, family-owned company, whose mission has always been to positively transform people and their communities. This is reflected in our services, which we deliver to help people from all backgrounds and circumstances to change their lives for the better. Pay Range £33,750-£40,000 Working Hours/Pattern: Full-time, although we would be happy to consider applicants who are looking to work on a part time basis. If you would like to explore this further please discuss this with the talent partner for this role. Please note our ability to accommodate flexible working arrangements will vary from role to role, dependent on business requirements. Job Description Do you pride yourself on your ability to lead and motivate a team? Do you possess great people management skills and a passion for driving performance? Consider the role of a Business Manager at Reed in Partnership Internal applications for this role close on Thursday 17th October 2024. What is the role about? The Business Manager is responsible for leading and motivating a team of employment advisers to support caseloads of jobseekers into employment. Just some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Implementing strategies aimed at upskilling your local community members and overcoming barriers to employment Performance management, identifying skills gaps, mentoring and coaching staff Adherence to Key performance indicators Maintaining productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders Managing Profit and Loss reports and monthly financial forecasting What’s in it for you? A generous base salary (pro-rata for part time), and great flexibility with your working schedule, we offer training, development and progression opportunities. You will have access to the range of Reed in Partnership benefits, which include: 25 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time) plus statutory bank holidays Reed Pension Scheme Award Winning Management & Leadership training Professional & Personal Development Funds Bi-annual pay reviews Plus much more that can be found on our website With the chance to dramatically make a difference to the local community, this role offers immense job satisfaction. At Reed in Partnership, we live and breathe our values in every decision and action taken, resulting in a collaborative and enjoyable culture within our offices. Our company values – we are fair open and honest; we take ownership, and we work together. Where possible we consider applications from candidates that require part-time hours, please discuss with your Talent Partner if this is something you require. To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone with: Essential criteria: Previous direct line management of a team Experience in a sales, customer service or recruitment industry Track record of working and achieving targets personally as well as managing team targets Experience in people management including training, coaching, performance management and recruitment. Strong administration and IT skills Assertiveness, Resilience and good Decision making skills A minimum of 2 A-Levels or an equivalent Level 3 Diploma. GCSE English Language at a minimum of a Grade B (or equivalent Level 2 qualification). OR achievement of a Level 2 in Literacy Assessment at interview stage. Desirable Qualifications Interest in people and willingness to learn. Knowledge of welfare/benefits system. Degree or relevant qualification. Degree topics may include; psychology, sociology, social care/science. Relevant qualifications would include Information Advice and Guidance NVQs, Brokerage Standard, Social Work qualifications or qualifications relating to welfare to work. We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.