Founded in 1922, the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) is the UK based and internationally recognised qualifying body and learned society for chemical, biochemical and process engineers. We exist to advance chemical engineering’s contribution for the benefit of society and strive to achieve our mission of Engineering a sustainable world.

We support our 31,000 members across the world in applying their expertise and experience to make an influential contribution to solving major global challenges, and we are the only organisation permitted to award Chartered Chemical Engineer status and Professional Process Safety Engineer registration.

Position

We are looking for a dynamic and proactive Senior Regional Engagement Manager to lead our dynamic UK field force, offering clear and supportive management to ensure high performance, and supporting our growth efforts in existing and new global markets.

As an integral part of IChemE’s management team, the role holder will represent the organisation’s key field force, supporting and driving operations through frequent liaison with other IChemE management, functional teams, member groups and committees. They will be a key contributor to achieving IChemE’s strategic goals

Alongside team leadership responsibilities, the role holder will develop and deliver their own regional strategy, working with regional HEIs, employers, and other priority partners to identify, nurture and grow sustainable relationships and engagement opportunities that positively impact IChemE’s member recruitment, engagement, and retention.

This is a field based role and as such extensive business travel will be involved, including a requirement to frequently attend the IChemE offices in Rugby and / or London.

This role is for a fixed term of 12 months in the first instance, with potential to extend to a permanent role subject to achievement of key deliverables.

Requirements

Our ideal candidates will have:

A minimum of Degree level education
At least 5 years work experience or proven practical and diverse work experience in a related field
Be highly proficient and confident in people and change management

They will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge and experience:

Experience and sound working knowledge of chemical, biochemical, process engineering and / or related sectors
Experience developing and driving business plans to support execution of strategic plans
At least 5 years’ experience working in a member engagement, business development, or sales-related role
Proven experience forming partnerships and networks at the highest level with other organisations which bring mutual benefit
Proven experience in leading a key account management framework

·Line management experience and ability to lead and motivate a team of individuals.

Demonstrable experience of delivering and reporting against ambitious targets, KPI’s, budgets and deadlines
High level of IT literacy including common Microsoft Office applications, on-line conferencing, web-meetings, and bespoke membership/customer databases

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Employer engagement: through world class key account management, identify and develop links with a growing number and breadth of employer partners to grow our member base and increase engagement – going beyond the norm into new markets.
Regional member development: key accountability for member growth at all grades in UK regions and beyond.
Education partners: through world class key account management, identify and develop links with a growing number of education partners to broaden and grow our member base and increase engagement.
Leadership and management: alongside leadership of IChemE’s dynamic UK field force you will: work with others internationally to lead implementation of growth efforts in new global markets; play an active role in company / departmental development projects and continued improvement initiatives; support our expansion into industry body and public sector partnerships to share best practise and increase market knowledge; and regularly report on progress towards KPIs and business plans.

IChemE is an international membership organisation and activities often take place outside of normal working hours. The job holder must be willing to attend and participate in such activities and associated travel. Additionally, the job holder will be required to liaise with colleagues located in different time zones on an regular basis to meet the needs of the business.

Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered.

This is a permanent, full-time role based on 37.5 hours per week, generally Monday – Friday, but flexibility will be required to meet business needs.

Salary will be in the region of £47,000-£55,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits which includes an excellent pension scheme.

To apply; please provide a CV and a cover letter highlighting your experience against the areas listed above , and clear justification for why you think you are the ideal candidate for the role.

Please note that applications sent without a cover letter will not be reviewed.

Other information

The closing date for all applications is midnight Sunday 27 October 2024. IChemE reserves the right to interview exceptional candidates and make an offer of employment before the closing date should we wish.

Interviews are likely to take place as follows:

Stage 1 by Teams: Wednesday 30 and Thursday 31 October 2024
Stage 2 in person: 5 November 2024, IChemE offices, Rugby.

For more details about this and other vacancies at IChemE, visit www.icheme.org/jobs

For further details about working at IChemE including current benefits and our recruitment privacy notice, visit Work for IChemE - IChemE

IChemE aims to be an equal opportunities employer and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race and marriage and civil partnerships.

IChemE benefits of employment include:

Annual performance reviews
Training and development opportunities
Company contributory pension scheme that matches employee contributions by 1.5 times up to a maximum capped 12% employer contribution
Life assurance linked to being an active member of the pension scheme
28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) for full time members of staff
Company paid sickness leave after 6 months employment and increased at intervals based on length of service
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Health cash plan (cash back on optical, dental, physio and more)
Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions if relevant to your role
Free parking and refreshments at our Rugby Office

About Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)

IChemE members can be found in a wide range of industry sectors, and at different stages of their careers. They play a key role in our governance and day-to-day operations. IChemE is led by members, supports members and serves society.

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