Business Engagement Adviser

Business Engagement Adviser - Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, the largest independent business organisation in Suffolk, has an exciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious Business Engagement Adviser to join their Sizewell C supply chain team, providing business engagement and targeted business advice and support to help local companies uncover contract opportunities for the Sizewell C Supply Chain project.

Fixed-term contract initially for one year with opportunities for extension based on achieving key milestones.

Suffolk Chamber of Commerce is a vibrant grassroots organisation that contributes to campaigns that benefit the whole of the county’s business community and seeks to deliver improvements that are specific to our area. Through our Sizewell C Supply Chain project, we work with thousands of local businesses, connecting them to opportunities relating to Sizewell C contracts. 

We are as passionate about our staff as we are about business, and we offer a superb support package for our employees which includes a healthcare package, attendance at social and business events, free car parking, and a variety of flexible working opportunities.

Whilst knowledge of local supply chain opportunities within the nuclear sector is advantageous, we are willing to develop this role for the right person who has good business engagement and communication skills, and who works on their own initiative. If you are a confident and enthusiastic networker with a keen interest in supporting the local business community, this exciting role will help you to develop within a supportive and proactive team.

Through a wide range of local and national events, one to one appointments and targeted engagement opportunities you will raise awareness of the supply chain offer and develop business improvement plans to assist suppliers in maximising their chances to win contracts at Sizewell C, working alongside key stakeholders including Sizewell C, Chambers of Commerce, local authorities, and major Tier 1 contractors.

The role will suit an outgoing, dynamic, target-driven, and forward-thinking person who understands the local business landscape and is comfortable and capable of communicating with businesses, stakeholders, and local authorities.

Essential skills:

• Experience in a business environment.
• Business engagement/development/advice.
• Presentation, communication and networking skills.
• Positive and flexible approach to working, including some pre-arranged out-of-hours work.
• A full driving licence and access to transport.

Desirable skills:

• Understanding of supply chain opportunities.
• Understanding of Tier 1 processes and practices.
• Lead generation and conversion.

Independent travel across the region is a requirement for this role, as you will regularly be required to attend external meetings and events.

In return, you will have the opportunity to take on an exciting position as part of the county’s leading business forum and within a friendly, flexible, supportive and proactive office environment.

Full-time, fixed-term position based in Ipswich and covering all of Suffolk.

Expenses, company pension, onsite parking, and healthcare package, with opportunities for flexible working.

23 days annual leave (annual increase after three years’ employment to a maximum of 25 days) + Bank Holidays and 3 days leave over the Christmas period. 

We are offering a salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience.

There is no closing date for applications and the listing will be closed as soon as sufficient applicants have been received socandidates are advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you! To apply please send us your CV, including an opening paragraph outlining why you think you would be the right candidate for the role.

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Additional keywords: Business, Advisor, supply chain, nuclear, commercial, client engagement, consultant

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