Collaborator

Job Description Collaboration Effectiveness ManagerWarminster, WiltshireHybrid 3 Days a week on site Eligible fir security Clearance This is more than a role its a mission.Part of a UK-wide defence training alliance brought together to transform how the British Army designs, delivers and evolves collective training. Working at the centre of a longterm national defence programme, this role sits in a unique space between industry and the military. We are looking for people who want to serve the mission, challenge the status quo, and enable highperforming collaboration across complex organisations.The RoleWe are seeking a Collaboration Effectiveness Manager to lead and optimise how industry partners and the British Army work together.This is not a programme or project management role. It is a relationshipled, influencedriven role, focused on improving how organisations communicate, align, and work as one team.You will operate in a matrix environment, working across multiple defence training organisations and directly with Army stakeholders. Your purpose is to ensure collaboration is effective, integrated and outcomesfocusedenabling transformational collective training delivery.Ultimately, everything you do supports the British Armys readiness to fight and win.What Youll Be DoingStrategic Collaboration LeadershipDevelop and embed frameworks that improve collaboration across multiple industry partners and Army stakeholdersFacilitate joint planning, decisionmaking and problemsolving sessions aligned to collective training objectivesStakeholder EngagementAct as a trusted interface between industry teams and Army leadershipBuild strong, credible relationships that encourage openness, trust and shared ownershipFoster a collaborative culture focused on outcomes rather than hierarchy or bureaucracyCollaboration Performance & InsightDefine and track collaboration KPIs such as communication effectiveness, decisionmaking speed and stakeholder confidenceProvide insight, reporting and recommendations to senior leadershipProcess & Tools EnablementIdentify and introduce digital collaboration tools and platformsStandardise approaches to knowledge sharing, feedback loops and constructive challengeCapability BuildingDesign and deliver training to strengthen collaborative behaviours and ways of workingPromote agile working, cocreation and integrated delivery across teamsWhat Were Looking ForYoull bring:Experience supporting programme environments focused on cultural change, collaboration or transformation (defence or government experience strongly preferred)Strong facilitation, influencing and relationshipbuilding capabilityConfidence operating across complex, multistakeholder environmentsExperience working with or alongside military organisations (highly desirable)Excellent communication, analytical and reporting skillsDesirable:Training or certification in collaboration or change methodologiesBackground in organisational psychology, systems thinking or similar disciplinesYou dont need to have a military backgroundbut you must understand what it means to put the mission first, move at pace, and focus on what truly delivers value.What We OfferA Mission with Real Impact Work at the heart of a nationally significant defence programme.A Culture Built on Collaboration Be part of an inclusive, highperforming team focused on shared success.One Mission, One Team Operate across multiple organisations with a single purpose.Space to Innovate Your ideas matter. We challenge convention and continuously improve.Shape the Future Play a key role in modernising collective training for the British Army.

Created: 2026-04-04