Director Of Corporate Resources
St Helens
As Director of Corporate Resources managing 3 departments: Facilities, IT and External Funding. As a Corporate Resources team, offering a central support function for all areas of the business, providing cross organisational support, ensuring that the business can operate as efficiently as possible.FACILITIESFacilities management of 4 Chamber premises and 31 business incubator units. This included all elements of facilities, including conferencing, cleaning, caretaking, reception… Show more As Director of Corporate Resources managing 3 departments: Facilities, IT and External Funding. As a Corporate Resources team, offering a central support function for all areas of the business, providing cross organisational support, ensuring that the business can operate as efficiently as possible.FACILITIESFacilities management of 4 Chamber premises and 31 business incubator units. This included all elements of facilities, including conferencing, cleaning, caretaking, reception, catering facilities. Chair of the Health and Safety Group which meets on a quarterly basis to assess risk, both internally and externally, and ensuring that appropriate risk assessments are in place.ITManagement of IT provision, including equipment, infrastructure and mobile and fixed line telephony. This incorporates identification and implementation of digital enhancements, enhancing delivery and improving efficiency. This includes procurement and tendering for services and equipment, ensuring value for money. Management of data security including accreditation to Cyber Essentials Plus working to ensure data security compliance with GDPR standards.EXTERNAL FUNDINGProcurement and management of the delivery of in excess of £5m per year of externally funded contracts including European Social Fund, European Regional Development Fund, Education and Skills Funding Agency, Local Authority and Regional Growth Fund.As a member of the Senior Management Team supporting the development of an annual organisational budget, and mid-year forecast. In addition, producing and maintain a rolling 3 year strategic plan with financial projections identifying any opportunities or threats within any project areas. This included the development of strategic objectives, and how the Corporate Resources team can support the delivery of those objectives. Show less