Tenant Business Advisor
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 04 Mehefin 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £35,800 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 04 Gorffennaf 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Sunderland, Tyne & Wear |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Gillespie Recruitment ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Are you passionate about supporting businesses to grow and succeed?
Do you enjoy building strong relationships, delivering tailored advice, and creating thriving business communities?
Looking for a flexible, part-time role where you can make a real impact across a dynamic network of business centres?
Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, purpose-driven organisation as they look to appoint a Tenant Business Adviser to support tenants across multiple Sunderland-based business centres.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and proactive adviser to play a key role in delivering business support, driving tenant engagement, and contributing to regional economic growth.
The Role
This is a rewarding, outward-facing role where you will support a diverse range of businesses across several vibrant business centres in Sunderland.
You will act as a trusted adviser, working closely with tenants to understand their goals, provide tailored guidance, and connect them with the resources they need to grow and thrive.
This role offers excellent variety, combining one-to-one support, event delivery, stakeholder engagement, and programme development — ideal for someone who enjoys a people-focused and impactful position.
Key Responsibilities
Tenant Engagement & Business Support
Building strong, trusted relationships with tenants across multiple business centres
Delivering structured one-to-one business advice and support sessions
Identifying business needs and developing practical growth plans
Providing ongoing support to encourage engagement and long-term development
Events, Programmes & Community Building
Designing and delivering workshops, events, and business support initiatives
Supporting the promotion of programmes and celebrating tenant success stories
Identifying opportunities for collaboration and new initiatives
Creating an engaging and supportive business community environment
Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement
Connecting businesses with funding opportunities, specialist advisers, and support networks
Building relationships with regional partners, stakeholders, and organisations
Acting as an ambassador to promote the centres and attract new opportunities
Supporting networking activity across the local business ecosystem
Monitoring, Reporting & Impact
Maintaining accurate records of tenant engagement and support activity
Contributing to reporting against KPIs and programme outcomes
Supporting case studies and impact reporting to demonstrate success
About You
We’re looking for a proactive, relationship-driven individual who is passionate about helping businesses succeed.
You’ll be confident working independently, building rapport with a wide range of stakeholders, and delivering high-quality support in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Skills & Experience Required
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Experience providing business advice, coaching, or enterprise support
Excellent communication skills, including presenting and facilitating sessions
Ability to manage multiple priorities across different locations
Proactive and self-motivated approach with strong organisational skills
Experience working with SMEs, start-ups, or growing businesses
Knowledge of business growth areas such as finance, funding, operations, or leadership
Experience delivering or supporting events, workshops, or programmes
Ability to signpost businesses to external support and opportunities
Desirable
Experience within digital, tech, manufacturing, or professional services sectors
Familiarity with business centres, coworking spaces, or incubator environments
Knowledge of the Sunderland or wider Northeast business support landscape
What’s on Offer
Part-time role with flexible working pattern (22.5 hours per week)
Competitive salary of £35,800 FTE
Opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and purpose-driven environment
Varied role with a strong focus on impact and community building
Exposure to regional business networks and economic development initiatives
Benefits including pension, healthcare, cycle to work scheme, and onsite facilities
Additional Information
Based across multiple Sunderland locations with regular travel required
On-site presence essential to support tenant engagement and delivery
Start date ASAP
If you’re looking for a meaningful role where you can support business growth, build strong networks, and contribute to thriving local communities, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment to find out more about this Tenant Business Adviser opportunity in Sunderland.
Do you enjoy building strong relationships, delivering tailored advice, and creating thriving business communities?
Looking for a flexible, part-time role where you can make a real impact across a dynamic network of business centres?
Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, purpose-driven organisation as they look to appoint a Tenant Business Adviser to support tenants across multiple Sunderland-based business centres.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and proactive adviser to play a key role in delivering business support, driving tenant engagement, and contributing to regional economic growth.
The Role
This is a rewarding, outward-facing role where you will support a diverse range of businesses across several vibrant business centres in Sunderland.
You will act as a trusted adviser, working closely with tenants to understand their goals, provide tailored guidance, and connect them with the resources they need to grow and thrive.
This role offers excellent variety, combining one-to-one support, event delivery, stakeholder engagement, and programme development — ideal for someone who enjoys a people-focused and impactful position.
Key Responsibilities
Tenant Engagement & Business Support
Building strong, trusted relationships with tenants across multiple business centres
Delivering structured one-to-one business advice and support sessions
Identifying business needs and developing practical growth plans
Providing ongoing support to encourage engagement and long-term development
Events, Programmes & Community Building
Designing and delivering workshops, events, and business support initiatives
Supporting the promotion of programmes and celebrating tenant success stories
Identifying opportunities for collaboration and new initiatives
Creating an engaging and supportive business community environment
Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement
Connecting businesses with funding opportunities, specialist advisers, and support networks
Building relationships with regional partners, stakeholders, and organisations
Acting as an ambassador to promote the centres and attract new opportunities
Supporting networking activity across the local business ecosystem
Monitoring, Reporting & Impact
Maintaining accurate records of tenant engagement and support activity
Contributing to reporting against KPIs and programme outcomes
Supporting case studies and impact reporting to demonstrate success
About You
We’re looking for a proactive, relationship-driven individual who is passionate about helping businesses succeed.
You’ll be confident working independently, building rapport with a wide range of stakeholders, and delivering high-quality support in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Skills & Experience Required
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Experience providing business advice, coaching, or enterprise support
Excellent communication skills, including presenting and facilitating sessions
Ability to manage multiple priorities across different locations
Proactive and self-motivated approach with strong organisational skills
Experience working with SMEs, start-ups, or growing businesses
Knowledge of business growth areas such as finance, funding, operations, or leadership
Experience delivering or supporting events, workshops, or programmes
Ability to signpost businesses to external support and opportunities
Desirable
Experience within digital, tech, manufacturing, or professional services sectors
Familiarity with business centres, coworking spaces, or incubator environments
Knowledge of the Sunderland or wider Northeast business support landscape
What’s on Offer
Part-time role with flexible working pattern (22.5 hours per week)
Competitive salary of £35,800 FTE
Opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and purpose-driven environment
Varied role with a strong focus on impact and community building
Exposure to regional business networks and economic development initiatives
Benefits including pension, healthcare, cycle to work scheme, and onsite facilities
Additional Information
Based across multiple Sunderland locations with regular travel required
On-site presence essential to support tenant engagement and delivery
Start date ASAP
If you’re looking for a meaningful role where you can support business growth, build strong networks, and contribute to thriving local communities, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment to find out more about this Tenant Business Adviser opportunity in Sunderland.