Resource Development Project Manager

Hybrid (working from our central London or Oxford office a minimum of 4 days per month)
Full-Time 37.5 hours / 5 days a week
Up to £35,000 per annum

Young Enterprise is dedicated to helping thousands of young people each year develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed. Through our nationwide enterprise and financial capability programmes, we empower young people to discover who they are and what they can achieve.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, youth-focused charity and play a pivotal role in driving forward the development of resources designed to support educators and enhance the financial capability of children and young people.

We are looking for a proactive and organised individual to join Young Enterprise as the Resources Development Project Manager. The successful candidate will lead on all aspects of the resource development and Quality Mark accreditation services, ensuring high standards and efficient project management from inception to completion.

About the Role

The Resources Development Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing multiple resource development projects, from drafting high-quality funding proposals to managing content creation, working with expert authors, design agencies, and coordinating evaluation processes. The role involves maintaining effective stakeholder communications, managing budgets, and reporting on progress both verbally and digitally against KPIs.

Another key responsibility will be managing the Quality Mark accreditation process, including training freelance assessors and supporting external resource producers through assessment.

Reporting to the Services Development Manager, the Resources Development Project Manager will also line manage and support the Services Coordinator in their role.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual with excellent communication, organisation and project management skills. You will have a track record of delivering projects on time and on budget, a solution focussed attitude to problem solving and the ability to balance and prioritise competing demands in a busy function.

You should be experienced in developing and managing resources or content from concept to delivery, building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders, and coordinating evaluation processes. We are looking for someone who is proactive, can work independently, and is comfortable making trade-offs while understanding the wider impact on interconnected areas. A passion for supporting young people and a commitment to the values of Young Enterprise are essential.

Experience in managing digital content development, an understanding of educational settings, and knowledge of the current educational landscape are not required but would be advantageous.

Why Work for Us?

• People-focused, friendly, and supportive workplace culture
• Active commitment to equality and diversity
• Access to mentoring schemes with corporate partners
• Generous holiday allowance of 7.2 weeks plus your birthday off
• Access to an NHS top-up scheme for expenses such as dental and optical
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Access to various employee friendly initiatives such as Discount and Benefits platform, Leave Purchase scheme, part financial contribution to Professional Development etc

This is a hybrid role, working out of our London or Oxford office a minimum of 4 times per month.

If this role appeals to you, we’d like to hear from you! Join us in building a successful and sustainable future for young people and gain the recognition, support, and rewards you need to grow and develop.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter (up to two sides of A4) outlining your suitability for the role based on the Job Description and Person Specification by no later than 5 pm on Thursday 19 September.  Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Interviews will be held via Teams between 30 September and 2nd October.

Please note that while we aim to respond to all applications, if you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.