Stakeholder & Social Value Advisor

We're seeking a Stakeholder &Social Value Advisor to join our team for a major infrastructure project in the Chester area. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in the local community, working closely with residents, businesses, and partners to deliver meaningful social value and engagement.

The role is based in/around Chester and you will be working on site or in the community 3-4 days a week.

This is a 2 year fixed term contract.

As a
Stakeholder & Social Value Advisor
, you'll:

• Lead stakeholder engagement for the Halifax project, ensuring local residents, businesses, and community groups are informed and involved throughout delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with challenging stakeholders, including local businesses and residents.
• Coordinate and deliver Arts & Culture initiatives, such as commissioning local artists for local projects.
• Plan and deliver social value activities that leave a lasting, positive legacy.
• Manage communications, organise local engagement events, and act as a trusted link between the project team and the community.

You’ll work with our
Stakeholder & Social Value Manager
,
Project Managers
, and wider delivery teams, as well as key
customers and partners
, including
local authorities, community groups, and schools
.

Relationships are at the heart of what we do—you’ll be a trusted link between our project teams, customers, and the communities we impact.

A competitive rewards package, including (but not limited to) Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.

You're a confident communicator who thrives on building positive relationships and engaging with diverse audiences.
You have a genuine passion for
community engagement
,
social value
, and
creating lasting impact through your work.
Empathy, diplomacy, and initiative come naturally to you—you know how to listen, respond effectively, and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders in fast-paced environments.

• Local knowledge of Cheshire
• Experience in a
  community engagement
  or
  public liaison
  role, with the confidence to manage complex or challenging relationships with stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organisational ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver on time.
• Aproactive, collaborative mindset with the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Good level of written and spoken English (Essential)
• Current valid
  UK Driving Licence (Essential)
  DBS Check or ability to obtain one (Essential)
• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in
  Community Engagement, Social Value, Communications, or Project Management
• STEM Ambassador / EDI qualification (Desirable)