About the role

AI summarised

The Manager, Strategic Partnerships supports the Deputy Director in developing and executing corporate visits, events, engagement programs, and partnership initiatives with internal and external stakeholders. This role involves managing multiple workstreams, coordinating with various teams, overseeing budgets, performing secretariat duties, and contributing to team effectiveness through collaboration and best practices. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and skilled in stakeholder engagement, event management, and strategic thinking within a regulated environment.

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Key Responsibilities

Engage and collaborate with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
Manage initiatives through coordinating with multiple stakeholders, ensuring adherence to timelines, and monitoring progress towards objectives
Demonstrate agility in addressing unforeseen challenges, including technical problems, conflicts, or sudden changes in plans
Develop and oversee realistic budgets, track expenses, and make informed decisions to optimise resources and minimise costs
Coordinate with Corporate Shared Services and Trains Management to develop and deliver seamless engagement programmes and events
Perform secretariat duties at Board, Management, and Key Stakeholders meetings, ensuring smooth facilitation and documentation of meetings
Provide support to other ad-hoc projects, cross-functional initiatives and team members as required
Contribute to overall team effectiveness by sharing best practices, supporting peak workloads, and fostering a collaborative working environment

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field
Professional certification is advantageous
Minimum 3 years of experience in operational or management role
Preferably with exposure to stakeholder engagement, partnerships, or event management
Experience in business planning process in an operational or regulated environment is desirable
Ability to think strategically and apply critical thinking to challenges and opportunities
Ability to troubleshoot technical problems, resolve conflicts, or adapt to last-minute changes
Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to a positive work culture
Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and metrics to drive insights and inform decision-making
Positive mindset, adaptable to change in a highly regulated operating environment
Ability to work independently and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBi)
Familiarity with digital tools and Artificial Intelligence applications is advantageous