Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Business & Enterprise Coach to join our Employment and Skills Team which is part of the SNG Community Foundation. The role will be based at either our Bristol, Blandford or Exeter office, this is a hybrid role with a minimum of two days a week working in the office.
Why you'll love this role
You will provide employment coaching, support, advice, and guidance to customers interested in exploring self-employment opportunities or those looking to start, grow or maintain a business to the point of trading and beyond.
By using a combined approach of developing, commissioning, and delivering high-quality business and enterprise support for our customers, you will effectively support business enterprise and contribute to the delivery of our Corporate Plan and Community Foundation Strategy.
You should have a strong understanding of the business support landscape and be able to guide and assist small businesses and self-employed individuals with the options available to them. This will involve offering 1:1 support, leading group learning sessions and workshops, and collaborating closely with partners.
Responsibilities
* Proven experience in providing business and enterprise support to customers
* A background in developing and delivering resources and support in self-employment and business start-up
* A strong understanding and the ability to provide information and support for finance, funding and grants relating to self-employment and enterprise
* Excellent caseload management skills so that you can accurately record support provided and impact achieved for the customer
* Knowledge of the welfare benefits system in relation to self-employment and the ability to embed this within the support you provide to our customers
* Ability to build relationships and develop commissioned opportunities with partners and relevant networks
* A proactive approach to ensure you keep up to date with relevant national, regional, and local business support initiatives
A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport is essential as some travel throughout the region may be required.
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