Business Leader – Education
Elite Personnel Ltd - Birmingham
from £60,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and ambitious business head to join a growing education organisation in Birmingham. This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for developing and expanding the organisation’s Health, Social Care and Public Health provision. The successful candidate will combine strong academic leadership with commercial awareness, strategic thinking and a genuine passion for delivering high-quality education and positive student outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced education professional to take ownership of an important academic portfolio and play a key role in its future development. About the Role Reporting directly to the CEO, the role will provide strategic, academic and operational leadership across Health, Social Care and Public Health programmes. You will be responsible for maintaining high academic standards, developing the curriculum, improving student outcomes and identifying opportunities to grow and diversify the provision. You will work closely with senior leaders, academic teams and external partners to ensure programmes remain current, relevant and aligned with the changing needs of the health and care sectors. A key part of the role will be developing new opportunities, strengthening industry and professional relationships and ensuring the organisation continues to provide education that supports employment, progression and long-term career development. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Academic Leadership Develop and implement the strategic direction for Health, Social Care and Public Health provision. Lead the continued growth and development of the academic portfolio. Identify opportunities for new courses, programmes and areas of provision. Monitor developments across the health, care and education sectors and ensure provision remains relevant. Contribute to wider organisational strategy and senior leadership decisions. Promote a culture focused on quality, innovation and student success. Quality & Student Experience Take overall responsibility for academic quality and standards across the portfolio. Ensure students receive a high-quality learning experience. Monitor student performance, retention, completion and progression. Use data and feedback to identify areas for improvement. Ensure programmes meet relevant regulatory, quality and professional requirements. Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and accessible education. Curriculum Development & Innovation Lead the development and review of Health, Social Care and Public Health programmes. Ensure curriculum content reflects current industry and professional practice. Identify opportunities for innovative and flexible approaches to learning. Encourage practical, employer-led and career-focused education. Support the development of programmes that improve student employability and progression. Leadership & People Development Lead, motivate and develop academic teams. Establish a positive, collaborative and high-performing culture. Support and develop academic leadership within the portfolio. Oversee workforce planning and resource requirements. Ensure staff have appropriate development and CPD opportunities. Commercial & Operational Management Take responsibility for the portfolio budget and financial performance. Support sustainable growth and expansion of provision. Identify opportunities to increase student recruitment and develop new income streams. Ensure staff, facilities and resources are deployed effectively. Respond positively to changing market conditions, funding arrangements and student demand. External Relationships & Partnerships Develop strong relationships with employers, universities, healthcare organisations, care providers, public health bodies and professional organisations. Establish partnerships that enhance student experience and employability. Develop opportunities for placements, work experience and applied learning. Represent the organisation at external events and within relevant professional networks. Build the profile and reputation of the Health provision. Governance, Risk & Compliance Ensure compliance with relevant education regulations and professional requirements. Maintain effective quality assurance and academic governance. Oversee appropriate risk management within the portfolio. Ensure safeguarding, health & safety and organisational policies are effectively implemented. Support inspections, audits and external quality reviews. Why Join? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and growing education organisation and take a leading role in shaping its Health and Social Care provision. You will have genuine scope to influence strategy, develop new programmes, build external partnerships and create a high-performing academic environment. The role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students, staff and the future direction of the organisation. If you are an experienced education leader looking for a senior role where you can influence strategy, drive growth and make a real difference to students, we would love to hear from you. Please apply to both Tracy and Sue tracy@elitep.co.uk sue@elitep.co.uk If you have not heard from us within 48 hours, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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HR Business Partner
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Birmingham, West Midlands
£40,000 to £45,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Your new company Hays HR is delighted to be supporting a highly successful and rapidly growing organisation in the search for an experienced HR Business Partner. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative, people-focused business that is continuing to invest in its culture, technology and workforce as part of an exciting growth journey. Operating within a fast-paced commercial environment, the organisation places a strong emphasis on employee engagement, continuous improvement and delivering an exceptional experience for both customers and employees. The business offers a collaborative and forward-thinking culture where HR plays a genuine strategic role in supporting business objectives. Your new role As HR Business Partner, you will work closely with leaders across the business to provide proactive, commercially focused HR support. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will drive people initiatives, support organisational development and help embed a positive and high-performing culture.Key responsibilities will include: Partnering with managers and leaders to provide expert HR advice and guidance. Supporting employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management cases. Driving employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives. Supporting change management and organisational development projects. Coaching and developing managers to build leadership capability. Assisting with workforce planning, talent management and succession planning activities. Reviewing and developing HR policies, processes and best practice. Working closely with the wider HR team to deliver people-focused projects and initiatives. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced HR professional with a strong generalist background and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.You will also have: Previous experience within an HR Business Partner, Junior HRBP, Senior HR Advisor or HR Manager role. Strong employee relations knowledge and experience managing complex casework. Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Experience supporting organisational change and business transformation initiatives. A commercial mindset with the ability to align HR solutions to business objectives. Strong communication, coaching and influencing skills. CIPD qualification or equivalent experience would be advantageous. What you'll get in return Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience. Full-time, permanent employment. Hybrid and flexible working opportunities. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Genuine opportunities for career development and progression. The chance to work for a growing organisation where HR is valued as a strategic business function. Comprehensive benefits package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Sales Manager
Luton Bennett
On-sitePermanentFull time
Sales Manager Remote Working Competitive Salary + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Pension (5% Employer, 4% Employee) + Life Assurance + Group Income Protection + Private Medical Insurance + Enhanced Family Leave + Additional Membership and Discounts Monday to Friday 37.5 Hours per Week Sales Manager required for an industry leading provider of laboratory equipment looking to progress into a Head of Commercial level role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable company with a 30-year trading history at an exciting time of growth as they launch new products and look to broaden their customer base. This role would suit candidates with experience in a senior sales or commercial leadership role, ideally from a technical or highly regulated industry background. You will have proven new business development experience and a strong understanding of pricing, margins and recurring-revenue models. Reporting to the company’s General Manager and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, the successful Head of Commercial will lead the company’s sales and marketing functions, building new routes to market and launching new products. The position will initially be very hands-on focused to generate new business opportunities, with a long-term direction to oversee and manage a larger commercial team. The Sales Manager Role: · Broaden the company’s customer base, particularly with a focus on life science companies within the private sector · Hands on delivery of sales targets for new customers and new business with existing customers – leading from the front to prospect and close deals · Oversee and build the commercial team · Identify and contract international distributors and resellers · Own go-to-market plans for new products and define product positioning · Development of marketing plans in line with commercial goals and management of the company’s marketing partner · Final review and oversight of tenders and proposals, including public-sector procurement frameworks · Remote working – monthly travel to company’s Cheshire office The Sales Manager Candidate: · Experienced senior sales professional or commercial leader · Experience in a technical or regulated sector · Demonstrable experience directly growing new business · Experience of formal proposal and tender processes
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Sales Advisor
Thorn Baker Recruitment
£50,000 to £60,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Sales Advisor Location West Midlands, Sutton Coldfield Job Type Permanent, Full-Time Thursday - Monday 10am - 5pm Salary £50,000 - £60,000 per annum About the Company A quality focused housing developer is seeking a Sales Advisor to join a new homes project based in Sutton Coldfield. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional customer experiences and high-standard developments across the West Midlands. Job Description The Sales Advisor is responsible for managing all aspects of the sales process for new build homes. This role demands a customer-centric approach to guide prospective buyers through their purchase journey, providing expert advice and support from initial enquiry to completion. Key Responsibilities • Engage with potential customers, delivering knowledgeable and professional advice on new build housing options. • Manage and progress sales enquiries, including conducting property viewings, handling reservations, and negotiating sales agreements. • Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive experience throughout the sales process. • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales progress using company systems. • Work closely with internal teams, including marketing and customer care, to ensure smooth handovers and ongoing customer satisfaction. • Attend sales meetings and training sessions to stay informed of product updates and market trends. • Promote the company’s developments and uphold its reputation for quality and service at all times. Required Qualifications • Full, valid driving licence. Education, Experience and Knowledge • Proven experience in sales, ideally within new build housing or a similar property sales environment. • Strong understanding of the sales lifecycle and customer negotiation techniques. • Familiarity with the residential property market in the West Midlands is advantageous. • Basic knowledge of relevant legal and financial aspects related to property sales. Skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust quickly. • Strong sales and negotiation abilities to achieve and exceed targets. • Customer service oriented with a patient and professional approach. • Organisational skills to manage multiple enquiries and follow-ups effectively. • Competent IT skills, including the use of customer relationship management systems. Preferred Qualifications • Previous experience working for a housebuilder or within the property development sector. • Knowledge of new build housing features, benefits, and the home buying process. Working Conditions • Full-time working hours, typically based at the sales centre with occasional travel to other sites as required. • Work involves standing for extended periods during customer viewings and events. • Some weekend and evening work may be necessary to meet customer availability and sales targets.
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Sales Coordinator
The Selection Partnership Ltd. - Birmingham
£27,000 to £29,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Sales Coordinator Birmingham £27-£29k Hours: 08.30 – 4.30 Monday to Thursday and 8.30 – 1.30 Friday. Our client is a well-established specialist manufacturing company based in Birmingham. They have a friendly and supportive team, and this role would suit someone looking for a busy and challenging role with varied duties. They specialise in design and manufacturing of components for a variety of industries including construction, aerospace and many other market sectors. They have a strong reputation for quality with an international client base. Duties will include: - • General office administration duties. • Liaise with customers and deal with all queries. • Processing of orders and schedules. • Analyse, understand and monitor customer product demand. • Using various IT packages and customer web portals. • Accurately input and maintain customer data. • Liaise with all departments to ensure customer orders are met. • Support the external Sales team. Essential Requirements: - • Excellent IT skills including Word, Excel and Outlook. • Organised with great attention to detail. • A confident, friendly attitude. • Effective communicator. • Ability to work on own or as part of a team. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage but not essential. ❗ You must be UK based and have full right to work in the UK.
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Sales Executive
Anglian Home Improvements
£75,000 to £100,000 a year
On-siteContractFull time
This is you: a self-starter, with great communication & sales skills, a persuasive ‘people-person’ who enjoys dealing with all sorts of customers, looking to stretch your business development potential to the next level. You’re excited by the uncapped earning potential for self-employment where you get all your appointments and pre-qualified leads supplied by head office, and all the training you need to make your business a success straight out of the blocks. And this is us! Anglian Home Improvements, the UK’s leading home improvement business, proud of our craftsmanship and service, which has kept customers coming back time and time again for 60 years. All our products are made in Britain to the highest industry standards. But the quality products and excellent customer service are only made possible by having great people representing us – and we want to grow our team of outstanding sales and business development representatives. What you’ll be doing You’ll be quickly trainedup to know the products inside out; you’ll be proud of them, and confident in selling them to customers using your existing and growing sales abilities. Your role will involve: • Following up on warm sales leads, visiting customers in their own homes or utilising our new remote selling framework • Giving persuasive business development pitches to convert quotes to sales • Educating customers about the products and services offered, thinking on your feet and cross-selling other products where appropriate • Working with customers to meet their unique requirements and get the job right first time, every time. What we’re looking for You’ll need to be self-motivated and confident communicating with a variety of customers at a senior level. You’ll be: • Proactive and results-driven • Flexible towards varied workloads and working hours • Able to provide a consistently high level of customer service • Ideally experienced within Home Improvements (or similar!) • A driver with a full UK driving licence and your own car What we can offer you This is truly a career where your hard work pays off – the more you put in, the more you get out! With OTE of £75k-100k (with uncapped earning potential), you’ll also enjoy amazing bonuses - holidays, weekends away, tickets to sports events, and a full support package. You’ll receive industry-leading training within your role along with a tour of our factory to help you reach your full sales and business development potential enabling you to take home market leading commission! If you want a rewarding self-employed career where you answer to yourself, manage your own time, and earn an enviable amount of money along the way, apply today, or request a call back. Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company’s value of “Succeed Together†we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the ‘best person for the job’ regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees.
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Sales Representative
MET Recruitment
£30,000 to £30,000 a year
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Sales Representative – Food Location: Bilston, West Midlands / Field-Based Salary: £30,000 basic + bonus Hours - Full time OTE: Realistic opportunity to double earnings Contract: Permanent Experience: Experienced B2B Sales Professional We are recruiting on behalf of an established food business for an experienced Sales Representative to join their commercial team, covering a West Midlands-based sales territory. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced B2B salesperson who is confident in the field, commercially driven and motivated by developing customer relationships and winning new business. This is an experienced hire position and is not suitable for recent graduates or entry-level candidates. The Role As Sales Representative, you will take ownership of a defined territory across the West Midlands, developing existing accounts while actively identifying and converting new business opportunities. You will be responsible for building strong customer relationships, understanding commercial requirements and driving sales growth across your patch. The role would particularly suit someone with experience selling within food, meat or FMCG, although strong B2B field-sales experience from an associated sector will also be considered. Key Responsibilities Manage and grow an established customer base across the West Midlands. Identify, prospect and win new B2B customers. Build strong relationships with buyers, owners and key decision-makers. Develop existing accounts and maximize sales opportunities. Conduct regular face-to-face customer visits across your territory. Negotiate pricing and commercial terms. Work proactively against agreed sales targets and KPIs. Maintain a strong sales pipeline and accurately report activity and opportunities. Keep up to date with customer, market and competitor activity. Take full ownership of your territory and sales performance. What We're Looking For A proven track record in B2B field sales, with demonstrable evidence of consistently hitting or exceeding targets. Experience in food, meat or FMCG is highly desirable. Experience selling into foodservice, wholesale, retail or distribution would be particularly relevant. Strong new-business development and account-management experience. Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills. Strong commercial awareness and a genuine sales mindset. Resilience, self-motivation and the ability to work independently. A confident and professional approach to customer-facing sales. Full UK driving license and own vehicle – essential. The ability to cover a West Midlands-based sales patch. Package & Opportunity £30,000 basic salary Bonus scheme with realistic opportunity to double your earnings Permanent position Field-based West Midlands territory Opportunity to join and develop within an established food business Genuine opportunity for an experienced salesperson to build their earnings through performance Interested? If you're an experienced B2B Field Sales professional with a background in food, FMCG, wholesale, foodservice, retail or a related sector, we'd be interested in speaking with you. Please apply with your CV and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
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Business Studies Teacher
The Education Network - Birmingham, Midlands
£175 to £250 a day
ContractFull time
Business Studies Teacher – Birmingham Key Details - Position: Business Studies Teacher (QTS or ECT) - Location: Birmingham - Start Date: October 2026 - Contract: Long-term supply - Daily Rate: £175–£250 per day, dependent on experience - Curriculum: Edexcel Business (KS3–KS5) The Role We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Business Studies Teacher to join a secondary school in Birmingham from October 2026 on a long-term supply basis. The successful candidate will teach Edexcel Business across KS3–KS5, delivering engaging and well-structured lessons that develop students’ understanding of key business concepts, commercial awareness and analytical skills. You will be responsible for planning and delivering effective lessons, assessing student progress and maintaining high expectations of behaviour and achievement. The Candidate The ideal candidate will: - Hold QTS or be an ECT specialising in Business Studies - Have strong subject knowledge and confidence teaching Business across KS3–KS5 - Have experience delivering or supporting the Edexcel Business curriculum - Be able to engage students and make complex business concepts accessible - Demonstrate effective classroom and behaviour management skills - Be organised, reliable and adaptable - Build positive professional relationships with students and colleagues The School You will be joining a secondary school in Birmingham, working with students across KS3–KS5 and contributing to their academic progress in Business Studies. This long-term supply opportunity offers the chance to make a positive contribution to students’ learning while delivering the Edexcel Business curriculum across a broad range of year groups. Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. The Education Network Offer: Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team. The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs. An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay. The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.- The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.
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Senior Business Analyst
Government Recruitment Service - Birmingham
£60,732 to £71,296 a year
PermanentFull time
If you would like to find out more about the role, the Business Analysis team and what it’s like to work at BIST, we are holding a Meet the Team Q&A session for this role where you can virtually 'meet the team' on Tuesday 20th October at 12:30pm. Please click here to book your spot. The Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST) helps businesses invest, innovate, export and grow across the UK. The Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) directorate helps to deliver this by designing, building and running the services, platforms and technology that businesses and colleagues rely on every day. Our teams work on a wide range of services and technologies, including: digital services that help businesses access government support, guidance and opportunities data and AI products that support decision making and enable innovation internal tools and services that help colleagues work more effectively secure technology and platforms that support critical government services cyber security services that protect systems, data and users By joining DDaT, you'll work on services used by businesses, colleagues and citizens across the UK. You'll be part of multidisciplinary teams focused on improving services, solving complex problems and delivering better outcomes for users. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. In recognition of this, we were named Best Public Sector Employer at the Women in Tech Employer Awards 2025! Our Senior Business Analysts identify and draw upon a variety of evidence to define, analyse and document challenging business problems and user needs. They lead the mapping of user and organisational needs to business architecture, ensuring alignment with service vision and strategy. Senior Business Analysts (BAs) constructively challenge and act as a critical friend to ensure fit-for-purpose solutions. They facilitate collaboration and effective communication to support the design, build, and delivery of user-centred products and services. As a Senior BA, you will support the Head of Profession to build a sustainable, diverse, and engaged Business Analyst community within DBT who work together towards a common goal and share ideas openly, establishing standards and consistency to support rapid delivery through sharing and learning from one another. Read more about what it is like to become a business analyst in DDaT in our blog. What it is like to become a Business Analyst in DBT – Digital trade You will also line manage and mentor junior colleagues, providing advice and direction on their activities and supporting them to develop their skills and experience. We’re looking for people who are: Flexible and can prioritise and work effectively across different services at both multidisciplinary team and portfolio level Adaptable, to confidently engage key stakeholders from different functions A critical thinker Proactive, and can drive activities and identify solutions to problems Main responsibilities You will: Identify and address complex business and user problems, using evidence-based analysis to develop options and recommend effective solutions Define and document required capabilities, supporting organisational change and shaping operating models that deliver business outcomes Lead business analysis and process re-engineering, driving improvements to support organisational transformation and target operating model delivery Proactively collaborate with Service Owners, Product Managers and Delivery Managers, using analytical insights to inform priorities and shape delivery in line with strategic objectives Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate issues, communicate findings clearly, and implement improvements Actively contribute to and promote a strong Business Analysis community of practice, sharing knowledge and championing best practice Line manage and develop junior Business Analysts, providing coaching, guidance and support to build capability within the team
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People Business Partner
West Midlands Combined Authority - 16 Summer Lane
£65,108 to £73,004 a year
ContractFull time
Join the West Midlands Combined Authority as a People Business Partner and play a key role in helping our leaders create the conditions for people, teams and services to perform at their best. This role sits at the heart of our People & Culture Strategy, supporting WMCA’s ambition to be the best place to work and belong by enabling confident, inclusive and consistent people leadership across the organisation. Working closely with directors, heads of service and senior leaders, you will act as a strategic advisor and critical friend, translating directorate priorities into people plans and making sure people considerations are embedded into planning, decision-making and change activity. You will also coordinate specialist input from across People & Culture Services to provide joined-up, values-led support to the business. We are looking for an experienced People Business Partner with a strong background in strategic HR or people partnering within a complex organisation. You will be confident influencing senior leaders, supporting organisational change, using people data and insight, and providing practical, solution-focused advice that helps leaders build inclusive, high-performing teams. Please note that this is a 24 month fixed term contract. What you’ll be doing. Act as a strategic people partner to directorate senior leadership teams. Provide values-led advice, guidance and support to senior managers on people issues. Translate directorate goals into people priorities aligned with WMCA’s values and People & Culture Strategy. Support organisational change through employee engagement, communication planning and alignment with people and organisational strategies. Influence change and innovation by ensuring people priorities are embedded into business planning. Represent People Business Partnering in directorate planning cycles, leadership forums and change programmes. Use workforce data, feedback and insight to identify risks, trends and opportunities for improvement. Build trusted relationships with directors, heads of service and senior managers. Promote fairness, wellbeing, accountability and consistency in people management practice. Coach senior and line managers to develop confidence and capability in managing people issues. Support talent management, succession planning, engagement and cultural development in partnership with OD and Talent colleagues. Coordinate input from Reward, Organisational Development and Change, Talent, Employment Relations, Inclusion and other People & Culture functions. Work with the Employment Relations team as a senior people advisor on complex employment relations cases and appeals. Support service redesign, consultation, change and people governance activity. Provide guidance on policy interpretation, ensuring consistent and fair application. Lead or contribute to People & Culture projects that improve ways of working, support transformation and enable people to thrive. Escalate workforce risks or complex issues to the Head of People Business Partnering where appropriate. Advise on the people implications of business cases, restructures and workforce changes. Contribute to the continuous development of the People Business Partnering model and service offer. What’s essential. Proven experience in a strategic HR or people partnering role within a complex organisation. Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and shape people responses to business challenges. Experience coordinating cross-functional input from HR specialisms such as Employee Relations, Reward, Organisational Development and Inclusion. Evidence of supporting organisational change processes. Evidence of using coaching skills to develop managers’ competence and confidence in dealing with people management issues. Strong understanding of employment law, people policy and organisational change. Skilled in using people data and insight to inform decisions and drive improvement. Excellent interpersonal, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills. A flexible, consultative and solution-focused approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of tact, discretion and diplomacy. A proven track record of delivery in a high-pressure environment. Ability to exercise effective judgement. Strong problem-solving and analytical capability. Educated to at least degree level. CIPD qualified to Level 5. Evidence of continued professional development. Location. The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B19 3SD with at least 2 days a week spent in the office. How to apply. Applying for a role with WMCA is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started. Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password. Build your Profile.Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details. Write your Supporting Statement.Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria. Submit your application.Do one final check and once complete, click submit. Anonymised Applications. Your uploaded CV won’t be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting. Be thorough in each section. It’s your chance to showcase your skills and experience. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone from using AI to help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting. For help on how to write a supporting statement, please visit the FAQs section of our careers site. Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team ( careers@wmca.org.uk). Salary and benefits. We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Local Government Pension Scheme ( one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK). Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributionscheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs). 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days. EV car benefit scheme Healthcare plans. Discounted gym membership, will writing,and mortgage advice. An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate. 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer. Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costcomembership through the WMCA. Boundlessunlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts. Eye Care Scheme,offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. Why join WMCA? WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day. Our Values and Behaviours. Fostering an environment where people feel valued, included, supported, and proud to contribute to our region is important to us at the WMCA. Our behaviours are more than statements; they guide how we work, make decisions, and treat one another - they set the standards we hold ourselves to and the experience we want others to have. Collaborative - We work as one organisation, building trust, connection and shared purpose across teams, partners and customers to create the biggest impact for our region. Driven - Focussed on impact - leading with clarity, care and courage to deliver meaningful results for the West Midlands. Inclusive -Every voice matters - we create belonging, fairness and psychological safety so everyone can thrive. Innovative - We think future and act smarter - embracing curiosity, creativity and continuous improvement to shape the future. Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We’re a Disability Confident Employer with ‘Leader’ status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We are also proud to be a Ban the Box employer, which means we do not ask about criminal convictions at the initial application stage, and will only ask after an offer is made as part of our onboarding checks, which helps us remove barriers for people with past convictions and supporting fair opportunities for all. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying Right to Work in the UK Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
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