Business Support Manager

University of Exeter; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Exeter seeks a Business Support Manager to drive the growth of new ventures within its Business Accelerator program. This full-time role involves supporting businesses in developing viable business models, enhancing customer acquisition, and managing investor relationships. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in accelerator programs or high-growth startups. Benefits include 41 days of leave, flexible working options, and various discounts, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Benefits

41 days leave per year

Options for flexible working

Numerous discounts at leading retailers

Onsite gyms on campus

Cycle-to-work scheme

Maternity and paternity leave policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting growth of new or early-stage ventures.
• Ability to develop viable business models and investable propositions.
• Experience building relationships with investors.

Responsibilities

• Support businesses in developing viable models and propositions.
• Assist in business development and customer acquisition activities.
• Manage relationships with investors to support growth aspirations.

Skills

Business development expertise

Experience in accelerator or incubator programs

Strong interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

Exeter Innovation

This role is in-person at the Exeter Science Park and Exeter Innovation Hub with the option for home-working where appropriate.

The starting salary will be from £43,482 on Grade F, depending on qualifications and experience.

This new full-time post is available immediately on a permanent basis.

Summary of the role

The Business Support Manager will join the SETsquared Exeter Business Acceleration team, bringing demonstrable experience of supporting the accelerated growth of new or early stage ventures either as part of an accelerator or incubator programme, or as a senior member of a high growth start-up.

Responsibilities

• Support member companies of the SETsquared Business Accelerator with the development of viable business models through to investable propositions via 1‑1 support, training, workshops and access to expert advice and guidance.
• Focus on supporting the business development and customer acquisition activities of the Accelerator members, helping them develop strategic approaches to building valuable relationships, partnership opportunities and income generation.
• Lead on the development and management of relationships with regional, national and international investors to understand their focus areas and investment preferences to support the growth aspirations of the Accelerator members.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

Benefits

• 41 days leave per year
• Options for flexible working
• Numerous discounts at leading retailers
• Onsite gyms on all of our campus and a cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Sector‑leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a fertility treatment policy
• Stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England

Further information: Please contact Colin Dart, [e-mail] or 07969 809721.

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The University of Exeter is an equal opportunity employer. We are officially recognised as a Disability Confident employer and an Athena Swan accredited institution. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.