Responsible Business Lead Belfast, County Antrim, United Kingdom BT36 4TY Competitive Salary plus Benefits Permanent - Full-time Closing date: 26/02/2026 Job reference: HL1488512BelRBL McLaughlin & Harvey is one of the leading Civil Engineering and Building Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland. We are looking to recruit a Responsible Business Lead to deliver our social value commitments across projects in England, ensuring we meet local planning obligations and leave a meaningful, lasting legacy in the communities where we work. Key Responsibilities As a Responsible Business Lead, you will: Design, implement and monitor social value commitments across English projects, ensuring alignment with the Social Value Model 2020, Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012, and any local planning or S106 obligations Develop project specific Social Value Plans tailored to client priorities, local authority requirements and local community needs Work collaboratively with internal teams, clients, supply chain partners and community stakeholders to maximise social, economic and environmental outcomes throughout the project lifecycle Coordinate S106-linked employment and skills requirements, including local labour targets, apprenticeships, work placements and school engagement Track and report on local procurement activity, SME engagement, VCSE involvement and other economic benefits in line with English reporting expectations Support procurement processes that enhance local economic benefit and contribute to wider community wealth building outcomes Work with schools, colleges, universities and training providers to deliver careers talks, site visits, T-Level placements, curriculum support and mentoring initiatives to meet our social value commitments Build and maintain strong relationships with English local authorities, community organisations, residents groups, business networks and charities Facilitate volunteering programmes and encourage participation from project teams and the supply chain Support delivery of Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) requirements to achieve high scores and drive best practice Track, measure and report social value outcomes using recognised frameworks such as National TOMs, the Social Value Model, and client specific metrics Produce regular reports, dashboards and evidence packs for clients, auditors and internal leadership, ensuring clear demonstration of compliance and impact Capture outcomes and impact for marketing materials, case studies and award submissions About You We are looking for someone who has: Experience delivering social value, responsible business or community engagement activities within an English context (e.g., S106, Social Value Model or similar frameworks) Experience using social value measurement tools, including National TOMs, Social Value Portal or equivalent approaches Strong communication, coordination and organisational skills Excellent stakeholder engagement capability, with confidence working alongside community groups, local authorities, education providers, supply chain partners and clients Proficiency in Microsoft Office A passion for community development and inclusion Flexibility to travel between projects within a defined region A full driving licence Construction industry experience (desirable but not essential) What We Offer Competitive salary 33 days annual leave Flexible and hybrid working options Generous pension contributions Life assurance McLaughlin & Harvey is an equal opportunities employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We expect all employees to contribute to an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and guarantee an interview for disabled candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role.