Social Value Manager
Job Summary
We are looking for someone who leads with empathy and values human connection over corporate checklists.
Community Curiosity: You dont just engage stakeholders; you listen to them. You have a knack for finding the right local charities and grassroots organizations that actually need our support.
A Genuine Voice: You are a natural at building bridges. Whether you are presenting to a client board or chatting with a local student about their future you do it with warmth and clarity.
Humility and Initiative: Youre a self-starter who doesnt need a hierarchy to get moving. Youre happy to lead when needed but just as happy to support the team behind the scenes.
London Knowledge: You understand the unique fabric of our city and are passionate about seeing the built environment work better for everyone who lives here.
The Ability to Mobilize: You inspire our supply chain and consultant partners to get involved making social value feel like a collective win rather than a contractual obligation.
Key Responsibilities: Turning Commitment into Outcome
Delivering Impact
Translate Requirements: Turn client contract and planning requirements (e.g. PPN 06/20 TOMs) into local achievable actions that deliver genuine community benefit.
Co-Design Plans: Partner with site teams to create project-specific social value plans aligned to local needs and delivery constraints.
Data with Integrity: Track KPIs and report on impact with a human touch using data to find out whats working so we can do more of it.
Building Partnerships
Community Roots: Develop and maintain relationships with charities schools colleges and social enterprises across London.
Supply Chain Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with our supportive supply chain to maximize our collective reach.
Workshop Design: Create and lead workshops or programs specifically designed for young people or community groups.
Skills & Experience
Framework Knowledge: Strong understanding of social value frameworks but with the ability to apply them meaningfully not just technically.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills including the ability to write impact reports and tender contributions that tell a story.
Organization: Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple live projects and deadlines with grit.
The Right Mindset: A creative problem-solver who prioritizes community needs above all else.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
At Abbott, it’s all about providing an exceptional experience — for our clients, our construction partners and most importantly, our employees. Our team is made up of talented professionals who fully embrace the company’s brand pillars of stewardship, collaboration, and integrity. The ... View more