Partnership and Community Engagement Manager
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Working Pattern
- Full time
- Location based
- Huddersfield
- Hours per week
- 37.5
- Dates that interviews will take place
- End of October onwards
- Salary
- £37,878 - £44,432
- Summary of vacancy
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Partnership and Community Engagement Manager
SUEZ are looking for a Partnership and Community Engagement Manager who is passionate about delivering positive change and improvement with the local community.
At SUEZ, we act for what truly matters for the environment, for society, and for the future. This is the place for people who want to make a real impact, not just watch from the side lines. Join us and help drive positive change through innovative solutions that build a more resilient and sustainable world.
Salary: £37,878 - £44,432
Location: Diamond St offices Huddersfield
Benefits: company car OR car allowance, up to 10% annual bonus, 3x life assurance policy, 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, 5% employer pension, WeCare and additional benefits.
Hours: Whilst the requirements of this role are 37.5 hours per week, flexible working will be considered on request
- About the role
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What will I be doing?
As Partnership and Community Engagement Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of social value initiatives across our Northwest Processing operations primarily focussed on the Kirklees Contract but providing support and guidance to the wider region, ensuring SUEZ delivers meaningful benefits for local communities, businesses and customers.
Working closely with operational teams, customers, local authorities, charities and community organisations, you'll build strong partnerships, identify opportunities for innovation and funding, and ensure delivery of our social value commitments.
Key responsibilities include:
• Developing and delivering regional social value plans and initiatives.
• Building and maintaining relationships with customers, community organisations and key stakeholders.
• Monitoring and reporting on social value performance and impact.
• Identifying opportunities for funding, partnerships and community investment.
• Supporting employee engagement through sustainability and community programmes.
• Promoting SUEZ's social value achievements through internal and external communications.
• Sharing best practice and driving continuous improvement across the region.What are the requirements?
Along with the ability to collect, analyse, interpret and communicate data in a concise and professional manner, you will also require:
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing projects and delivering measurable outcomes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A proactive, innovative and commercially aware approach.
• An interest in social value, sustainability and community engagement.
Experience working with local government, charities, community groups or within the waste and resource sector would be advantageous.Whilst the requirements of this role are 37.5 hours per week, flexible working will be considered, although you'll need the ability to travel in the UK, with occasional overnight stays.
You must have a full UK driving licence.
Who we are
At SUEZ, your career is a journey full of possibilities. With diverse roles across multiple activities and locations, we empower you to shape your own path. Here, you’re encouraged to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development because when you thrive, we all succeed.
At SUEZ, respect is at the heart of everything we do for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve. We foster inclusive, caring environments where diversity, wellbeing, safety, and solidarity are more than values they’re everyday realities. These principles shape how we work together, every day. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience, perspective, and potential could be exactly what we’re looking for. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and growth including competitive pay, pension plans, health and wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, and career development. Everything you need to thrive, both professionally and personally. Join us in transforming today’s environmental challenges into tomorrow’s innovative water and waste solutions.
At SUEZ, your work truly matters driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future.
- Job Description
- Partnership_and_Community_Engagement_Manager_Processing.JD_.docx
- Closing Date
- 07/11/2026