Kingston University
Location
Kingston upon Thames, Greater London | United Kingdom
Job description
Faculty/Directorate
Academic Services
School/Function
Business Engagement
Contract type
Fixed Term Contract
Actual hours
37
Salary from
48,251.00
Salary to
57,061.00
Posted Date
05/03/2024
Closing Date
19/03/2024
Ref No
4007
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Job Description
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The Business Development Manager (Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment) will play a critical role in delivering Kingston University’s Townhouse strategy by working closely with faculty, academic colleagues and our wide networks of external partners. The post holder will be a proactive, solution-driven, business development professional with a track record of rapidly delivering results. A strategic mediator with experience of senior stakeholder management, they will have responsibility for managing business development opportunities as well as enabling collaborative projects within the Engineering, Computing and Environment faculty.
As a key member of the Partnerships and Business Engagement team, you will work with the other members of the team to contribute to the overall plan of developing further collaborative projects across the University that align with the changing funding landscape and will lead to increased KE income, and enhanced reputation and impact for Kingston University.
We are looking for a driven, approachable and hard-working individual to join our team. You should have the ability to work flexibly, effectively and cooperatively with others, displaying a proactive approach to the role and an excellent knowledge of business-university collaborations. You should be able to demonstrate ability to build good working relationships internally and externally with senior roles and work well within a team. Good communication skills and a business acumen are essential to the role.
Be a part of the team which ensures academic rigour and development
The Academic Services Directorate includes Research & Impact, Knowledge Exchange, Academic Registry, Quality Assurance and Enhancement, the Learning and Teaching Enhancement Centre and Planning. Collectively the Directorate supports academics in their research and KE activities and supports some of the University’s governance and decision-making committees, maintains academic regulations, develops and implements academic policies, oversees the quality and standards of academic provision and leads the development of education practices across the University.
The Directorate is responsible for stimulating cutting edge research, impact and knowledge exchange and supporting a vibrant community of graduate research students, to increase the volume, impact and visibility of our research and business activities. We actively liaise with Faculties and researchers to support and develop research activities across all disciplines and provide related training and development opportunities. We foster interdisciplinary working to promote, advance and share knowledge with the overall aim of securing new revenue sources and contributing to regional prosperity. Our goal is to foster and sustain a vibrant research culture in which our researchers and research students can flourish.
As a directorate, we identify opportunities for innovation, see change as an opportunity, value constructive feedback and share good practice across the University.
This is full time, fixed term position for 12 months with a starting salary of £48,251 annum.
Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 3 April 2024.
For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Martin Davies, Pro Vice Chancellor - Knowledge Exchange & Innovation.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
To apply click on ‘Apply Now’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email [email protected] call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.
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