Employing Organisation - Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
HWCC is a member-led, not for profit organisation working to support local business communities and our large network of Members.
Where people come first, and work feels colourful, meaningful and fun.
Are you looking for a workplace that champions growth, celebrates individuality, and believes that work should be both purposeful and enjoyable? You’ll fit right in at the Chamber.
We’re proudly BCORP accredited and a multiyear Sunday Times Best NotforProfit to Work For winner, but what truly sets us apart is our people and our culture.
Who We Are
We support and empower businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire, helping them thrive, connect and grow.
But behind the scenes, we’re also a team that values creativity, celebrates successes together, and believes in creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong.
What Inspires Us
Instead of traditional values, we’re guided by four powerful principles that shape who we are, how we work, and how we show up for each other and our business community:
Passionate - We care deeply about what we do. Whether supporting a local business or developing new services, we bring energy, purpose and dedication to every task.
Nurture - We believe in lifting people up. Through development, wellbeing support and genuine encouragement, we help our team and members grow to their full potential.
Colourful - We celebrate individuality, creativity and personality. Our culture welcomes fresh ideas, diverse perspectives and the unique spark each person brings.
Unity - We succeed together. Collaboration, kindness and collective purpose sit at the heart of everything we do.
The Role:
Job Title: Worcestershire Growth Hub Project Manager
Salary: £40,000 per annum (FTE)
Location: Malvern Hills Science Park, United Kingdom.
Hours: 37 hours
Reporting to: Senior Programme Manager (Operations and Projects), WLEP
Fixed Term Contract: 31st March 2027 with potential to extend to March 2028
Working as part of the Worcestershire LEP’s executive team, the WGH Skills Project Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of LEP funded skills project activity.
This involves managing projects through direct delivery and partnership working, helping to integrate skills initiatives, priorities and support into local business engagement.
This role acts as a key conduit between the Worcestershire Growth Hub business engagement function and the skills delivery team to improve integration and take-up of support services and provide high-level business support solutions.
Day to day you will:
1. Lead on the development and delivery of LEP funded skills project activity working with the WLEP Executive management team, Worcestershire Growth Hub, Skills team, WLEP Board and sub boards.
2. Provide reports for key stakeholder forums including LEP Board, sub boards and others on the implementation of funded activity and advise on corrective action where necessary.
3. Promote projects to Worcestershire businesses/residents and relevant groups through publicity campaigns, researching and using different forms of effective media in conjunction with Worcestershire Growth Hub.
4. Develop policy in relation to the Worcestershire LEPs approach to skills and undertake a range of activities which will assist in implementing the agreed policy. This will include drafting guidance, making recommendations, reviewing policy and procedure, and researching new initiatives.
5. Establish and manage systems to receive and record enquiries and applications, and to ensure effective and transparent application, appraisal systems and processes for the successful management of schemes which comply with the funding body's rules and regulations.
6. Ensure projects are administered in accordance with the legal constraints for the project and other applicable regulations.
7. Design and commission the delivery of Skills services which deliver Worcestershire LEP’s key skills priorities and lead the procurement process for project work streams, from development of tender specification through to contract award as necessary.
8. Co-ordinate the role of the suppliers and local education/training providers in providing support to the potential client group.
9. Initiate, organise, attend and contribute to as chair, speaker and/or facilitator, partnership and public events, conferences, seminars and other awareness raising activities related to the project workstreams.
10. Develop and maintain key stakeholder relationships with local, regional and national stakeholders across the private and public sectors in relation to skills.
What you will bring:
1. Significant project management experience and knowledge of APM / PRINCE 2 / MSP project and programme management techniques.
2. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities at pace.
3. Drive, initiative, motivation and professional credibility and enthusiasm.
4. Experience of successful liaison, negotiation and communication with partnerships/suppliers.
5. Excellent report writing skills
6. Experience of development and implementation of awareness campaigns targeting SME's/residents.
7. A good understanding of national and regional bodies and policies related to skills development and business and innovation.
8. Experience of developing and delivering high quality presentations.
9. The ability to communicate, influence and negotiate, at a senior level with businesses.
10. Proficient in the use of MS Office
Mobility:
1. Ideally a car owner with full driving licence.
2. Willing and able to travel to different locations around the county, occasionally further afield.
3. Willing and able to work some unsocial hours (such as evenings and early mornings) as required to meet the needs of the service.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Birthday off*: Celebrate your way, it’s on us.
Professional growth: Ongoing training, career development and opportunities to shine.
Wellbeing at the centre: Westfield Health*, Wellbeing Champions and supportive policies.
Easy access: Onsite parking and fully accessible office spaces.
Inclusive always: We proudly welcome applicants from all backgrounds
Give back: Enjoy a paid CSR day each year for causes that matter to you.
Additional Support We’re Proud Of
We are proud to look after our employees. As a Working for Carers member, we understand the challenges faced by working carers and offer support through our policies and culture.
We also actively support our cadets, reservists and veterans, and we are fully committed to the Armed Forces Employers Recognition Scheme, holding a gold accreditation.
Our dedicated Wellbeing Champions volunteer their time to raise awareness, support colleagues, and promote a happy, healthy workplace for everyone.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're someone who brings positivity, enjoys working with others, loves learning, and wants to be part of a team that’s truly passionate about supporting the local business community, we’d love to hear from you.
Interviews will be held at the Malvern Hills Science Park on:
Tuesday 30th June
Thursday 2nd July
Friday 3rd July
Please indicate with your application your preferred interview dates in order of preference
Pay: £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free flu jabs
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
Work Location: In person
