FTC – 12 months
Salford Business School is seeking a Business Development Associate to support the newly established Centre for Sustainable Innovation (CSI), under the direction of the CSI Director. (12 month fixed term contract)
Launched in January 2024, CSI focuses on digital transformation, sustainability, and change management, serving as an innovation hub for partnerships with industry and academia.
The role involves assisting Centre Principal Investigators and Project Managers in meeting project recruitment targets and output capture. This includes leading efforts to bring new and existing products and services to market while enhancing the institution's enterprise offerings.
Responsibilities include:
- Engaging external stakeholders and establishing intermediary networks to promote the Centre's research areas.
- Leading marketing and business development activities to achieve market-leading positioning and revenue growth.
- Sourcing new business opportunities in key sectors based on market intelligence reports.
- Building external client networks to identify potential target organisations and secure new business.
- Promoting the University's collaborative engagement model and building academic networks aligned with sector plans.
- Developing income growth opportunities from Knowledge Exchange and Commercial Enterprises.
- Identifying and pursuing collaboration opportunities across schools and external partnerships.
- Leading business development initiatives and collaborating with Marketing and External Relations teams to align business development and marketing plans.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to foster collaborative networks for business growth.
A bit about the Salford Business School…
Salford Business School is at the forefront of expanding opportunity and access in higher education. With a strong focus on the student experience, we are committed to excellent, inclusive teaching that prepares our students for professional employment and inspires them to achieve their ambitions.
We deliver across a range of subject areas and are currently expanding provision through new partnerships and a developing portfolio of higher and degree apprenticeships. Through our Industrial Collaboration policy, our teaching, research and civic engagement make a real impact across business, public services and our community. Salford Business School was one of the first Business Schools to receive the Small Business Charter and the first to gain a Social Enterprise Gold Mark.
What’s in it for you? – the benefits.
Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
Generous annual leave - plus the option to buy additional holiday days.
Flexible working - we support a culture of both flexible and agile working, to help you find the right balance.
Professional development - a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.
Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives.
The perks! My Salford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.
For more information and to apply for this vacancy, please visit: Business Development Associate - University of Salford VX (tal.net)
At the University of Salford we are committed to an inclusive approach to promoting equality and diversity.
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