Join Our Mission as Head of Social Value Partnerships and Innovation Are you passionate about driving meaningful partnerships and pioneering innovation to create real, tangible change? Do you want to be at the forefront of developing impactful social value initiatives and services that enhance both business and community outcomes? Look no further About Us At Mitie, we believe that our work goes beyond business as usual. We are deeply committed to driving social responsibility, sustainability, and making a lasting difference. As a leader in the industry, we take pride in positioning Mitie at the forefront of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives. Your Role As the Group Social Value Partnerships and Innovation Lead, you will play a central role in shaping our social value proposition and building impactful partnerships. Here's what you'll be doing: Drive Strategic Partnerships and Proposition Development: Lead the development of key strategic partnerships across VCSEs, SMEs, customers, and other stakeholders to enhance Mitie's social value impact. Lead Innovation Initiatives: Be the driving force behind the design, piloting, and rollout of key innovation initiatives that differentiate Mitie's social value proposition. Partner with Procurement: Work closely with the procurement team to optimize and develop our supply chain, aligning it with our Social Value strategy. Support VCSEs/SMEs Through Supplier Development: Oversee the supplier development program for key VCSE and SME partners, providing support to build sustainable services. Create Bespoke Partnership Initiatives for Strategic Bids: Develop bespoke partnership initiatives for strategic bids, ensuring deliverability and alignment to bidding requirements. Lead Social Value Commercials and Pricing: Take charge of the social value commercials and pricing for bespoke and partnership-based initiatives. Manage Innovation Funding: Manage innovation funding, ensuring that the (Social) Return on Investment (SROI) is effectively tracked and measured. Are You the Right Fit? We're looking for someone who combines strategic vision with a passion for innovation and partnership development. You will be an ideal fit if you have: Proven Experience in Strategic Partnerships: A track record of developing and nurturing partnerships with VCSEs, SMEs, and other stakeholders. Expertise in Social Value and Innovation: Deep knowledge of social value principles and the ability to identify innovative solutions. Strong Collaboration with Procurement: Experience working closely with procurement teams to align the supply chain with social value goals. Excellent Commercial and Pricing Acumen: Expertise in leading social value commercials and pricing strategies. Impact-Driven: A clear focus on achieving measurable outcomes. Creative and Strategic Mindset: A forward-thinking, creative leader who can implement innovative initiatives. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us in driving meaningful change