Strategic Engagement Manager

Electus is working with a leading organisation within the technology industry to procure a Strategic Engagement Manager. Our client has a track record of successful engagement activities, and they are now looking for a self-starter with a track record of building strong relationships to drive forward their public sector strategic market engagement activities.

Working with industry leaders in technology, the post-holder will build and nurture relationships to provide a pipeline of market engagement opportunities, becoming a thought leader on early market engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and identify opportunities for market engagement;
• Engage with relevant stakeholders in government departments and industry to gain a holistic view of the challenges the tech industry faces;
• Ensure engagement tools are up-to-date and can meet market needs;
• Monitor relevant developments in the public sector tech market and wider political landscape to help identify opportunities for future engagement;
• Develop thought leadership on the importance of early market engagement;
• Support and contribute to policy around commercial issues, procurement reform and effective market engagement.

The candidate will have:

• The ability to work with a diverse range of senior external stakeholders;
• Excellent knowledge of technology and the tech industry;
• Strong understanding of the structure of the UK Government, HMG procurement strategies, structures and stakeholders;
• Ability to identify, propose and negotiate new opportunities and services;
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills;
• Good organisation skills and attention to detail.

To apply, please send your CV with a short covering note explaining how your experience fits the job specification to Ms Ayodele Sobowale, Ayodele.sobowale@electus-group.com. 

Salary: £30,000 - £37,000

Job Term: Permanent

Location: London

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