Business Improvement Manager - Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate

University of Sunderland Pakistan Regional Office; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Business Improvement Manager to manage an Innovate UK KTP project focused on strategic innovation at Training in Care Ltd. The ideal candidate will have a 2:1 degree in a relevant field and a passion for enhancing business performance. This role offers support for professional growth, travel, and leadership development. Applications close on 17th August.

Benefits

Generous training and development budget

Support for travel and substance budgets

Residential leadership and management courses

Qualifications

• Experience in managing partnerships or projects with clear outcomes.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a business environment.
• Passion for innovation and strategic development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver an Innovate UK awarded KTP project.
• Enhance performance within the host company through strategic innovation.
• Support knowledge transfer and development within the team.

Skills

Strategic innovation

Project management

Business analysis

Education

2:1 degree in Strategic Marketing, Business Management, or related discipline

Job description

About The University Of Sunderland

The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for 27,500 students across its campuses in Sunderland, London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships with learning institutions in 19 countries. We're proud to be a top 50 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024), with top-quality facilities, an inclusive culture, and a vibrant, ever-changing city.

The University of Sunderland is in an exciting phase of development with a new vision and strategic ambitions designed to adapt to the evolving higher education landscape both domestically and internationally.

Join the University of Sunderland, renowned internationally for its quality teaching and 'world-leading' research.

About The Role

We are seeking an outstanding and ambitious Business Improvement Manager to join our Knowledge Transfer Partnership.

This position is based at Training in Care Ltd in South Shields. Your responsibilities will include managing and delivering an Innovate UK awarded KTP between the University of Sunderland and Training in Care Ltd, focusing on a strategic innovation programme within the company to significantly enhance performance.

As a team member, you will play a crucial role in advancing our programme by effectively applying your knowledge and expertise within a business-oriented context.

What You Can Bring

A generous budget for personal training and development will be available to support your professional growth, tailored to address knowledge gaps required for this project and your future career development. Support for travel, substance budgets, and residential leadership and management courses are also provided.

A minimum requirement is a 2:1 degree in Strategic Marketing, Business Management, or a related discipline. Support, guidance, and training will be provided.

If you are passionate about innovation, consider joining our successful team.

Additional Information

Please note, this role is not under a University of Sunderland contract but with the host company, which follows its own terms and conditions. For more information on their T&Cs and benefits, contact Amelia Beaumont at [e-mail].

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We believe an inclusive university where individuals feel valued and have equal opportunities benefits everyone—our staff, students, university, and society. Our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusivity is reflected in our recent staff survey, where 97% of staff expressed confidence in our efforts.

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 17th August at 23:59 GMT. Please include a current CV with your application. Previous applicants need not apply.

For questions about this role, contact Dr. Derek Watson, Associate Professor in Cultural Change, at [e-mail].