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Local Government Partnerships Manager

plinthLondon
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

QualificationsEssential:5-10 years of experience within local government, with a preference for those who have worked in councils or with local authorities. A proven track record in securing public sector contracts through formal procurement. Existing relationships in children's services and family support across a range of councils. Experience in managing complex implementation projects with various stakeholders involved. Preferred:Experience with HAF, Family Hubs, Short Breaks, or DfE-funded programmes is a plus.

About the job

At Plinth, we are dedicated to developing innovative software solutions that empower charities, foundations, and local governments to maximize their impact and efficiency.

Following a successful funding round, we are on the lookout for a passionate Local Government Partnerships Manager—affectionately known as our 'Local Authority Savior'—to spearhead the expansion of Plinth's adoption among Local Authorities throughout the UK. We seek a commercial leader who understands the intricate landscape of local government.

Located in the vibrant Old Street area of London, we take pride in our relationships with over 1,500 charities, funders, and commissioners across the UK.

As a rapidly growing SaaS company (with an impressive 11% monthly growth), we specialize in grants and case management software tailored for charities and local governments. Our clientele includes councils implementing HAF programmes, Family Hubs, and SEND services.

Key Responsibilities

Sales (60-70%):

  • Secure public sector contracts for HAF, Family Hubs, and Short Breaks programmes, ensuring their successful expansion.

  • Manage the complete sales cycle from prospecting through procurement to final signature.

  • Respond to Invitations to Tender (ITTs) and Requests for Information (RFIs) via frameworks such as G-Cloud and CCS; familiarity with these processes will be beneficial.

  • Present our solutions to Directors of Children’s Services, commissioners, and service delivery managers.

  • Effectively manage 10-12 opportunities simultaneously.

Delivery (30-40%):

  • Oversee project implementations, ensuring a smooth handover to our Customer Success Team.

  • Manage 2-4 concurrent rollouts with strict deadlines.

  • Collaborate with the Customer Success Team for seamless transitions.

  • Gather and relay product feedback from councils to guide future developments.

Qualifications

Essential:

  • 5-10 years of experience within local government, whether from a council role or in sales to local authorities, ideally with exposure to future government initiatives.

  • Demonstrated success in winning public sector contracts through formal procurement processes.

  • Established connections within children’s services and family support across various councils.

  • Proven experience in delivering complex implementations involving multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Direct experience with HAF, Family Hubs, Short Breaks, or Department for Education-funded programmes.

  • Strong understanding of local government structures and operations.

About plinth

Plinth is dedicated to empowering charities, foundations, and local governments through innovative software solutions that enhance operational efficiency and impact.

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