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We’re building thriving communities as one of the UK’s largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing. We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes. If you want to experience work that’s truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. The role In the role of Community Investment Lead (known internally as Place Investment & Partnerships Lead), you will ensure effective development and delivery of Local Place Plans that support the delivery of Orbit’s Thriving Community strategy and targets, as well as meeting Orbit’s mission and aspiration to lead in building thriving and empowered communities. This role requires access to your own vehicle and willingness to travel, and will be an agile working role based out of our Erith office. This role is part of our Customer directorate where you'll help us to lead the way in keeping our promise to more than 100,000 customers. What you'll achieve Lead on planning, coordinating and overseeing delivery of local activity within a defined geographical area of responsibility working alongside colleagues on a taskforce approach to tackle identified issues. Using data and working with customers, local partners and Orbit teams to co-design and commission projects to meet identified need, managing local contract delivery. Support the delivery of Orbits Community Hubs working closely with The Community Hub Team including coordination and reporting of impact on projects and activities within the defined area. Managing the local customer journey into support through the work of the team, providing Information Advice and Guidance (IAG), supporting tenancy sustainment including the support to vulnerable customers and referrals into Better Days and external services. To lead, coach and develop team members, driving high performance and continuous improvement contributing to overall business performance. Support the management of the Community Coaches customer caseload, ensuring compliance, safeguarding and performance and complaint resolution. Management of a local budget, including accurate forecasting and ensuring value for money of commissioned projects. To lead the implementation of change initiatives across your area of responsibility designed to enable service offering and customers choice, engaging with and managing customer expectations in line with corporate strategy.What you'll bring Essential skills Awareness and experience of customer engagement theory and practice and track record of increasing customer engagement. Experience of design, commissioning and implementation of local service delivery based on identified need, including securing external funding. Experience of successful contract and budget management, reporting audit and compliance. Experience of leading and performance managing the work of a team including customer caseload (direct and matrix management). Strong ability to relationship build across geographies, with a wide variety of stakeholders to develop and manage cross sector partnerships.Why Orbit? Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense. Here’s what you can expect to enjoy with us. A rewarding experience that works for you We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles. A place to progress From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you’re a student, graduate or experienced professional we’ll support you to grow. For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning. A purpose to feel proud of We’re proud to make a difference to people together. We’re values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people. What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people. Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website. How we hire We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair: Online application Interview(s) Decision and offerWe put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check

Product Delivery Manager Role Overview The Product Delivery Manager is responsible for overseeing and delivering the complete onboard guest experience across assigned cruise ships. Working in line with company standards and guest expectations, the role ensures the successful preparation, execution, and continuous improvement of the onboard product and service offering. In partnership with the Head of Guest Experience, Head of Hotel Operations, Procurement, and the Chief Experience Officer (CXO), the Product Delivery Manager ensures operational excellence, brand consistency, achievement of KPIs and revenue targets, and the delivery of an exceptional cruise experience for every guest. Key Responsibilities Guest Experience & Product Delivery Take full ownership of the end-to-end onboard guest experience, ensuring delivery aligns with corporate standards and brand expectation Work closely with internal stakeholders to maintain onboard service standards, ensure compliance with operational procedures, and identify priorities for ship improvements. Collaborate with the Head of Guest Experience, Group Head of Hotel Operations, Procurement, and the CXO to develop and implement the Guest Experience brand strategy in a way that is operationally deliverable onboard. Monitor onboard product delivery performance and ensure consistent compliance with agreed standards. Review guest feedback, surveys, analytics, and comment forms to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective action plans. Support the development and implementation of new product and service enhancements across the fleet. Operational Performance Act as the primary point of contact for Hotel Directors and Guest Services Managers on all product and service-related matters. Monitor ship performance across guest satisfaction, onboard revenue, operational KPIs, and compliance measures. Produce monthly operational performance reports for the CXO and senior leadership team. Analyse onboard product delivery and revenue performance to ensure optimal execution across assigned vessels. Review operational dashboards and work collaboratively with onboard and shoreside teams to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. Review daily operational logs to ensure smooth cruise operations and provide recommendations to onboard management teams. Audits, Projects & Ship Support Conduct regular ship visits to audit standards, support onboard teams, and ensure consistent product delivery. Coordinate Mystery Shopper audits and manage all follow-up actions and improvement initiatives. Support the planning and operational delivery of charter cruises in collaboration with the CXO. Develop project plans and recommendations for hotel refurbishment and enhancement projects. Manage weekly hotel snagging lists and work closely with Technical Officers to ensure all hotel equipment and facilities are maintained to required standards. Key Skills & Experience Minimum of 3 years’ management experience within a full-service hotel, resort, or cruise ship environment in a senior operational role. Previous cruise ship experience is preferred but not essential. Strong organisational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficient in Microsoft Office and onboard PMS systems such as Resco or equivalent. Ability to analyse operational performance and make data-driven decisions. Confident, accountable, proactive, and results-oriented approach. Flexible and willing to travel regularly, including working weekends as required. Committed to promoting a positive “can do, will do, with pleasure” service culture. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Onboard Revenue Margin (ONB REV) – performance-related bonus applicable Onboard & Shoreside Operational Cost Performance (OPEX) Onboard & Shoreside Guest Satisfaction / Net Promoter Score (NPS) Product Delivery Compliance & Brand Standards Mystery Shopper Audit Results Operational Improvement & Project Delivery Metrics benefits : 20 days holiday – increasing annually to 25 + bank holidays Access to Sage Benefits offering many retail, gym, cinema discounts as well as a GP and personal counselling and advice, wellbeing Employee of the month reward Company performance annual reward Ex UK Cruise after 6 months to enjoy 1 day for off for your birthday after 1 year Friendly, open office environment as well as hybrid working pattern Please notes: Must be able to travel and drive due to travel requirements. ideally have a revenue and guest experience background