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Strategic Lead for Social Economy Growth

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West Midlands Combined Authority

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United Kingdom , Summer Lane

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60955.00 - 68348.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

This 12-month fixed-term role, match-funded by Power to Change and WMCA, is key to securing long-term investment into the social economy and embedding a strong championing function within WMCA. You will lead the delivery of Social Economy Growth in the region by attracting sustained funding and influencing regional and national policy by working in close partnership with social economy organisations, infrastructure organisations, local authorities, funders, social economy organisations and other regional and national partners.

Job Responsibility:

  • Secure sustainable investment for social economy growth, including Integrated Settlement Local Growth and Place funding
  • Lead delivery of the Social Economy Growth Programme aligned to inclusive growth priorities
  • Shape and influence regional and national policy on social impact, social value and community wealth building
  • Build strong partnerships with Power to Change, funders, investors, local authorities and social economy networks
  • Support and empower social economy clusters and forums, embedding co-design and co-production
  • Oversee targeted and universal business support for social economy organisations
  • Commission monitoring and evaluation to support evidence-led decision-making
  • Act as an ambassador for the social economy at regional and national forums

Requirements:

  • Experience coordinating projects or programmes
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate, negotiate and influence
  • Experience of monitoring and evaluating programmes
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience producing high-quality reports, briefings and presentations
  • Ability to support funding bids and investment cases
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Ability to think strategically and bring structure to complex issues
What we offer:
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
  • Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)
  • 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
  • EV car benefit scheme
  • Healthcare plans
  • Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
  • An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
  • 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
  • Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
  • Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA
  • Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts
  • Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 13, 2026

Expiration:
January 25, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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