Enterprise Manager

Do you want to make a difference while driving real business growth?ELITE Paper Solutions is more than just a recycling and document management service – we are a social enterprise creating employment opportunities for disabled and disadvantaged people.We’re looking for someone with the energy, passion, and strategic mindset to take us forward.The RoleAs our Enterprise Manager, you’ll have overall responsibility for the running of ELITE Paper Solutions. You’ll be hands-on in operations, but also a forward-thinker pushing for opportunities for growth, building strong partnerships and ensuring our enterprises thrive.Salary: £35,021 to £36,944Hours: 35.5 hours per weekLocation: Based in Merthyr Tydfil, with regular travel across South Wales including Cardiff, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Caerphilly, Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, and Torfaen.Driving license and own vehicle are essential for this role.If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We are looking to appoint quickly, and therefore may close the advert earlier than the stated deadline.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the day-to-day operations across our social enterprise.Drive strategic growth by generating new customers and contracts across public, private, and voluntary sectors.Oversee quality, compliance, and accreditation standards (ISO, H&S, GDPR, environmental standards).Build and maintain strong partnerships with stakeholders, funders and community organisations.Manage, motivate, and support staff, volunteers and trainees to perform at the best of their ability.Your Skills & ExperienceProven management experience – confident in leading teams and projects.A proactive, get-up-and-go attitude – you make things happen.Strategic thinking – spotting opportunities, driving growth, and building partnerships.Experience in sales, business development, or tendering would be an advantage.Excellent communication and influencing skills – you can represent ELITE with impact.An understanding of (or personal experience with) the challenges faced by disabled or disadvantaged people in employment – this would be a real advantage.Flexibility, resilience, and a commitment to continuous improvement.A driving licence and access to a vehicle.Why Join Us?Be part of a values-driven organisation that changes lives through work.Lead exciting projects and help shape the future of our social enterprises.Work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas and drive will make a real impact.What else is in it for you?Company pension. (3% matched)20 – 25 days annual leave based on length of service, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 discretionary days.Holiday buy schemeApplication deadline: 04/09/2025

Created: 2025-09-10