Relationship Manager

Relationship Manager – Surrey/Guildford Area

Salary: Competitive salary + car allowance 

Hours: 37.5 per week, flexible working available

Location: Home-based with regular travel in Surrey/Guildford area and occasional UK-wide travel

Contract: Permanent, full-time

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading industry training organisation for a Relationship Manager to manage and develop relationships with employer establishments in the region. This is a home-based role with regular travel, supporting employers in identifying and delivering their training and skills requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary contact for assigned employers, providing guidance on skills and training solutions.
• Promote training programs, apprenticeships, and other learning initiatives.
• Support internal teams in employer engagement and project delivery.
• Ensure grants are managed according to policy.
• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder engagement and regional activity.
• Travel within the region and occasionally across the UK.

Essential Experience:

• Proven experience in a relationship-focused role, preferably in training or skills development.
• Experience providing solutions to key customers and developing business opportunities.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work to deadlines.

Desirable Experience:

• Project management experience.
• Experience in engineering, construction, or skills-related industries.
• Coaching or mentoring experience.

Core Competencies:

• Business acumen, problem solving, planning & organisation.
• Customer focus and delivering quality results.
• Teamwork, collaboration, and leadership.
• Excellent communication and professional behaviour.
• Adaptability and commitment to continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual with strong stakeholder management skills to support skills development across a regional employer network.