QinetiQ
Social Value Work Winning Lead
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Social Value Work Winning Lead
Social Value Work Winning Lead
Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits Role ID: SF20214
About the Role
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow—we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations, our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Social Value Work Winning Lead at any one of our QinetiQ sites, where you will work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
The Social Value Work Winning Lead within our UK Growth Operations function supports tender activities, collaborates with the Business Development Team, and drives our Social Value agenda.
Key Responsibilities
- Reporting to the UK Social Value Lead, you’ll play a key role in securing new business by developing compelling, innovative, and deliverable Social Value solutions that differentiate QinetiQ in competitive procurements.
- Working closely with Business Development, Capture, and Bid teams, you’ll shape winning strategies, develop high-scoring responses, and ensure Social Value commitments align with customer priorities and QinetiQ’s broader Social Value ambitions.
- You’ll also collaborate across the business to embed Social Value impact within project delivery.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Acting as the Social Value Subject Matter Expert throughout capture and bid lifecycles, influencing opportunity strategy, solution development, and win themes.
- Leading the development of Social Value solutions for strategic bids, frameworks, and tenders—aligned with client priorities and local community needs.
- Developing innovative, measurable, and costed Social Value commitments to maximise bid competitiveness while ensuring deliverability.
- Leading workshops and innovation sessions with project and technical teams to embed Social Value solutions into opportunities.
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Requirements
Essential Experience
- Strong understanding of Social Value within UK public sector and regulated private sector procurement.
- Knowledge of UK procurement legislation (e.g., PPN 002 / PPN 06/20) and associated Social Value policy requirements.
- Understanding of ESG, sustainability, and responsible business agendas.
- Proven experience developing Social Value solutions for competitive bids and tenders.
Essential Qualifications
- APMP practitioner qualification or equivalent bid management experience.
- Relevant qualification in sustainability, social impact, community investment, or CSR.
We value diversity and do not have a fixed idea regarding background or education. If you can demonstrate the required experience and enthusiasm to learn, we welcome your application.
Working Arrangements
This role operates on a 37-hour week and is based at any one of our QinetiQ sites, with a minimum average attendance of three days per week.
Company Overview
QinetiQ operates state-of-the-art facilities across the UK, focusing on defence, security, and technology innovation. These facilities enable research, testing, and development activities supporting both military and civilian applications—advancing technology and national security.
Note: All applicants must be eligible for SC clearance, at minimum.
Recruitment Process
At QinetiQ, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe diversity—bring diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences—drives innovation and delivers better outcomes for people, customers, and communities.
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We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability-confident employer. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please contact us at internal_recruitment@qinetiq.com.
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Why Join QinetiQ?
As we expand into global markets, now is an exciting time to become part of QinetiQ’s journey. Our success stems from our appetite for innovation, bold approach to challenge, and passion for tackling complex problems.
As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience:
- A unique collaborative culture where diverse teams blend disciplines to create breakthrough solutions.
- Open, authentic working relationships that foster growth and potential. Visit our careers page to learn more about our inclusive workplace culture.
Benefits
Here’s what we offer our employees:
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance.
- Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days.
- Access to Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance.
- An employee discount portal offering savings on travel insurance, personal accident insurance, restaurants, cinema tickets, and more.
- We proudly support the Armed Forces community, honoured with a Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
- Volunteering opportunities, enabling you to contribute to charities and the local community.
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