Collaborative R&D Business Engagement Manager

University of Salford (Personnel); Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in the UK is seeking a Collaborative R & D Business Engagement Manager to identify and develop partnerships that facilitate funding initiatives. This role requires a strong track record in business engagement and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. The position offers competitive salary, flexible working, and various professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

32 days leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Employee lifestyle benefits

Access to sports and fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Strong track record of business engagement, ideally within Higher Education.
• Experience in developing industry partnerships.
• Ability to identify external funding opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of industry partnerships with a focus on KTPs.
• Identify and manage collaborative opportunities with external organisations.
• Build and maintain relationships with businesses and stakeholders.

Skills

Business engagement

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP)

Innovate UK funding

Job description

Collaborative R & D Business Engagement Manager

About the Opportunity

At the University of Salford, we are proud to be at the heart of the world-leading innovations around social change and economic development that have defined Salford and Greater Manchester since the industrial revolution and transformed it into the thriving city region it is today – a place where ideas are formed that shape the world.

This is a new and exciting opportunity. As a key member of the Research and Knowledge Exchange Directorate, you will play a central role in identifying and developing collaborative opportunities with external organisations—particularly through Innovate UK Funding schemes, including Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs). You will build and manage relationships with businesses, public sector organisations, and other stakeholders, ensuring research translates into tangible innovation and societal benefit.

What will the Role involve

We are looking for a dynamic individual with a strong track record of business engagement, ideally within HE, supporting development of successful Innovate UK funding e.g. Smart R & D, KTP.

You will lead on the development of industry partnerships, with a strong emphasis on Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) and Innovate UK funding initiatives. Working closely with academic and professional colleagues, you’ll identify external funding opportunities, build lasting relationships with industry, and help secure income that contributes to the University’s research growth and performance in KEF and REF

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Professional development - we offer 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! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships
• Our Peel Park campus is unique with lots of green spaces and great transport links including Salford Crescent train station means we're easy to get to

For a full list of responsibilities and person specification, please see the job description