Partnership Manager (Wales)

PeoplePlus is seeking an exceptional relationship-builder and strategic leader to drive our employer engagement and social value agenda across Wales.
This is a high-profile, senior-facing role at the heart of regional employability, economic inclusion and social impact - working directly alongside the Employability Director to position PeoplePlus as the leading provider of inclusive recruitment, skills and social value solutions.
We are looking for someone who can operate confidently at executive level, influence regional stakeholders and bring employers, public sector partners and communities together around a shared commitment to inclusive employment.
This is not a transactional sales role. It is an opportunity to shape regional strategy, influence labour market priorities and create meaningful pathways into employment for people facing barriers to work.
What You'll Be Leading
You will:
Develop and lead the Employer Engagement & Social Value Strategy for Wales
Build influential partnerships with anchor employers, EMCA, Jobcentre Plus, local authorities and regional business networks
Champion inclusive recruitment and socially responsible hiring across the region
Lead the Wales chapter of the Social Recruitment Advocacy Group (SRAG)
Align employer activity with Connect to Work and wider PeoplePlus programmes
Support employers to strengthen ESG and social value commitments
Create sustainable employment opportunities for disadvantaged communities
Represent PeoplePlus at high-profile regional and stakeholder forums
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to:
Influence regional economic and employability priorities
Work directly with senior leadership and strategic stakeholders
Shape social value delivery across Wales
Develop innovative employer partnerships with measurable community impact
Position PeoplePlus as a leading voice in inclusive employment and social recruitment
We're Looking For Someone Who:
Builds credibility and influence at senior stakeholder level
Has experience in employer engagement, partnerships or social value delivery
Understands regional labour markets and economic development
Can translate social impact into commercial and business value
Is passionate about inclusive recruitment and creating opportunities for all
Thrives in strategic, relationship-led environments

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