Social Value and Environment Lead

Salary £40,000 to £60,000 depending on experience. We are currently looking for a Social Value and Environment Lead to join our ambitious Business Development team. About Stagecoach: Stagecoach is a leading public transportation provider, dedicated to delivering high-quality, sustainable transport solutions. We are committed to enhancing the social fabric and environmental well-being of the communities we serve. As part of our mission, we're looking for an exceptional Social Value and Environment Lead to join our dynamic Business Development team. The Role: As a Social Value and Environment Lead, reporting into the Head of Business Development, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable transport by developing and integrating social value and environment strategies into our bid submissions. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, research proficiency, and narrative crafting to effectively communicate Stagecoach's commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. Key Responsibilities: Research, understand, and articulate the social value and environment requirements for each tender, ensuring alignment with Stagecoach's ESG goals. Develop persuasive narratives that highlight Stagecoach's initiatives in environmental management, community engagement, and economic development through an ESG lens. Evaluating and summarising the financial costs and benefits of social value and environment initiatives, including use of the UK Themes, Outcomes and Measures (TOMs) framework and other similar tools. Collaborate with internal teams to gather data and case studies that demonstrate Stagecoach's positive ESG impact, both embedding these in tender responses and ensuring they are outwardly visible to those researching Stagecoach. Stay abreast of trends in social value creation and environmental innovation to advise on continuous improvement of bids and environmental strategies. Ensure propositions are robust, compliant, innovative, and aligned with both clients and with Stagecoach's ESG roadmaps. Monitor and report on the performance of social value and environmental initiatives, using feedback to refine strategies. Contribute to Stagecoach's reputation as a leader in sustainable transport solutions. Requirements: Proven experience in bid writing, with a focus on social value and environment. Exceptional research, writing, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders at different levels both internally within our business and with partner organisations. A strong understanding of ESG frameworks and regulations. Knowledge of the Social Value Portal, TOMs Framework, Welsh Government Community Benefits Measurement Tool, United Nations Global Compact principles and Sustainable Development Goals and of ESG practices would be beneficial. Strategic thinker with an innovative mindset. What Stagecoach Offers: Opportunity to lead and shape impactful social value and environment strategies. A collaborative and inclusive work environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. Defined Contribution pension scheme with employer contributions. Death in service life insurance cover. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. A Stagecoach Bus travel pass for you and your partner, plus up to two children. Access to the Hapi platform with retails and leisure discounts. Access to our Employee Assistance Program. Join Us: At Stagecoach, we believe that communities are fundamental to helping us all feel connected, part of something greater than ourselves. Our local communities are the heart of everything we do, and they allow us to grow, side by side, with shared purpose. We plan for the future, by ensuring that the connections we build today continue to strengthen tomorrow and support communities by championing local causes and making sure that up to 3 million people stay connected to what matters to them, every day. If you are passionate about driving sustainable change and have the skills to articulate complex strategies in compelling bid submissions, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of our journey to create better places to live and work, delivering transport solutions that truly make a difference. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. Stagecoach is an equal opportunity employer. Our workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Application Deadline: 30th March 2025 Location: Stockport, SK1 3SW (Hybrid) We look forward to your application and the opportunity to discuss how you can contribute to our growth strategy and sustainable future. Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Location: Stagecoach Shared Service Centre One Exchange, 20 Railway Road Stockport SK1 3SW Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK #1 bus company. If you’re ready to join our team, simply fill out an application via a PC or mobile device, and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to inform you of next steps. Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them, connecting the communities we are proud to serve. We operate some of the most recognised and successful public transport brands, driving growth through innovation, investment and high quality service to our customers. Overview Stagecoach Group is a leading multi-modal UK public transport company, with operations in England, Scotland and Wales. The Group operates bus, coach, and tram services in regulated and deregulated markets. Stagecoach is the UK biggest bus and coach operator. We have major city bus operations in London, Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle, Hull, Sheffield, Oxford and Cambridge, as well as inter-urban services linking smaller locations. We also run the low-cost coach service megabus.com in the UK and run Scotland biggest coach operator, Scottish Citylink, as a joint venture