Strategic Relationship Manager / Business Partner

Strategic Relationship Manager / Business Partner - 3-6 months+ - Inside IR35 - Hybrid working (3 days on site in London)Role OverviewWe are looking for two highly experienced Strategic Relationship Managers / Business Partners to support a major programme within the UK Gov.These are senior stakeholder-facing positions requiring individuals who can build trusted relationships, influence at a senior level and act as the key interface between the programme and its emergency services stakeholders.This is not a traditional Project Management role. The emphasis is firmly on strategic relationship management, stakeholder engagement, influencing and ensuring that stakeholder requirements, concerns and priorities are understood and effectively represented across the programme.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across the relevant emergency service.Act as a strategic business partner and primary relationship interface between stakeholders and the wider programme.Engage confidently with senior operational, technical and executive-level stakeholders.Understand stakeholder priorities, challenges and operational requirements and ensure these are effectively represented within the programme.Build credibility and trust across complex stakeholder groups with potentially competing priorities.Influence decision-making and gain stakeholder buy-in for programme initiatives and change.Identify relationship risks, concerns and areas of ..... full job details .....