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Strategic Development Executive (Business Development Executive)

  • Full time
  • £31,000
  • Hybrid: Remote First - principally home based with regular travel to our Glasgow Hub and stakeholder meetings across the UK
  • Closing 16th August 2024


  • Advertised from 1st August 2024
  • 35 hours per week (flexible working) Permanent
  • + excellent benefits

Role

Join Us in Transforming Lives and Lifting People Out of Poverty

The Wise Group is a leading social enterprise dedicated to transforming lives and building better communities. We strive to lift people out of poverty by empowering individuals and households to gain and retain employment, improve their relationship with energy and fuel, and support offenders in finding positive, sustainable futures. Our holistic, community-oriented approach ensures that we make a meaningful and lasting impact across Scotland and the UK. Operating in a small, entrepreneurial environment, we are committed to achieving tangible results that foster hope, resilience, and growth within the communities we serve. We’ve set ourselves the ambitious goal of delivering £1.5bn of social value by 2029. Join us and be a part of our mission to create a fairer, more inclusive society.

We are looking for a Strategic Development Executive

To help us continue our vital work, we are seeking an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit, with a keen analytical mind, who will play a crucial role in steering our strategic direction towards achieving the social, cultural and financial impact we aspire to.

Does this sound like you?

  • I thrive on challenges and have a passion for thinking differently and innovatively.
  • I have exceptional written communication skills, with experience writing reports, bids, and proposals.
  • I’m a strategic thinker who can also execute ideas.
  • I’m a natural collaborator who instinctively wants to be part of a team and forge strong relationships.
  • I have high standards, work well in fast-paced situations, and I meet my deadlines.
  • I’m a resilient self-starter. I set my own goals and don’t need micro-managing.
  • I can demonstrate previous experience of doing this, or similar, roles.
  • I am inspired by the purpose of The Wise Group and I want to be surrounded by people who demonstrate The Wise Group Values & Behaviours.
  • I believe that feedback is a powerful learning tool, and that my personal development has no end.

If that sounds like you, then we’re interested in you. Read on to find out more about this exciting role.

What does a Strategic Development Executive do?

The role of Strategic Development Executive is very fast-paced, varied and all about teamwork. There are four key parts of the role, and we hope you like the sound of them all:

  1. Writing Proposals: You will use your exceptional writing skills to craft compelling proposals and funding applications. Your work will include handling grants, tenders, and direct sales efforts, all while adhering to strict deadlines.
  2. Impact Reporting: You will conduct research and prepare detailed reports that highlight the social impact of our services. Your insights will help illustrate the tangible benefits we bring to communities and support our continued funding.
  3. Partnership Development: You will identify and cultivate meaningful partnerships, seeking growth opportunities that align with our mission. Your ability to maintain and enhance relationships both internally and externally will be crucial in maximising the outcomes of our enterprise.
  4. Designing Solutions:You will aid our teams in developing innovative product offerings and services using Service Design tools and techniques.

Join us and be part of something bigger

This is more than just a job. It’s a chance to make a positive difference to people’s lives every day by designing new services and getting them funded. If you are motivated by making a social impact and possess the skills we need, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to become a part of our mission to transform lives and create lasting social change. Together, we can achieve our goal of lifting people out of poverty and generating significant social returns on investment.

Application notes

Visit our website to apply

Closing date 16 August 2024