Business Improvement Manager

SLR Recruitment are excited to be recruiting for a Business Improvement Manager to join the brand new Portsmouth City Centre Business Improvement District (BID).

This is a genuinely unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of Portsmouth city centre. Working closely with local businesses, Portsmouth City Council and a range of key stakeholders, you'll lead projects that help create a safer, busier and more vibrant city centre while building strong relationships across the local community.

Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time, Monday - Friday

The Role:

As the Business Improvement Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering the Portsmouth City Centre BID Business Plan and acting as the main point of contact for local levy-paying businesses. This is a varied, autonomous role where no two days will be the same, giving you the opportunity to influence positive change across the city.

Key Responsibilities:

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Leading the delivery of projects and initiatives outlined within the BID Business Plan

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Building and maintaining strong relationships with local businesses, Portsmouth City Council, Hampshire Police and other key stakeholders

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Acting as the main point of contact for approximately 288 levy-paying businesses

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Developing and delivering communication and promotional initiatives for Portsmouth city centre

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Identifying and securing additional funding through grants, sponsorships and external funding opportunities

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Managing project budgets, contractors and governance requirements

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Reporting on project performance and progress to the BID Board

* Supporting the planning and delivery of future BID renewal campaigns

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

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A confident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills

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Previous experience managing projects and coordinating multiple priorities

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Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills

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Experience managing budgets or working with funding, grants or sponsorships would be highly advantageous

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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Organised, proactive and able to work independently

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Passionate about supporting local businesses and making a positive impact within Portsmouth

What's on Offer:

* The opportunity to shape a brand-new initiative from the very beginning

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A varied, autonomous role with genuine responsibility

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The chance to make a visible difference within Portsmouth city centre

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Work alongside local businesses, community partners and key stakeholders

We're looking for a confident relationship builder with strong project management skills and a genuine passion for supporting Portsmouth's business community. If you want a role where you can make a real impact and help shape the future of the city, we'd love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed