Enterprise and Start Up Coach

Sheffield Hallam University; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Hallam University seeks an Enterprise and Start Up Coach to support undergraduate students in developing enterprise skills, confidence and business ideas through tailored coaching, workshops and events. You will collaborate with colleagues across the University and external partners to boost engagement and contribute to Hallam’s enterprise offer.

The role combines coaching, project delivery, stakeholder engagement and operational support for enterprise services, with a focus on student

Qualifications

• Level 4+ qualification in enterprise support recognised by SFEDI or equivalent experience.
• Experience of providing enterprise and entrepreneurship coaching to individuals and groups.
• Experience leading operational activities in an enterprise/employability service area and acting as escalation point.
• Proficient in client management/CRM systems, databases and MS Office.
• Experience of carrying out a range of complex administration activities.
• Experience of organising, supporting and delivering events/projects.
• Experience advising colleagues and stakeholders to support decision making.
• Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with diverse colleagues, students and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and guidance for students to develop enterprise skills and ideas.
• Coordinate and deliver enterprise-related projects and events.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support decision making.
• Provide administrative support and manage CRM and databases.
• Collaborate with teams across Student Success to enhance the enterprise offer.

Skills

Enterprise coaching

Operations leadership

CRM systems

MS Office

Social media

Administration

Event management

Stakeholder guidance

Inclusive teamwork

Education

SFEDI enterprise qualification or equivalent

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to support our UG students to develop enterprise skills, entrepreneurial confidence and business ideas through tailored coaching, workshops, events and enterprise programmes. Working collaboratively across the University and with external partners, you will help increase student engagement, enhance graduate outcomes and contribute to the delivery of Sheffield Hallam's enterprise and entrepreneurship offer. The role combines coaching, project delivery, stakeholder engagement and operational support for the Hallam i-Lab, providing a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on student success and future careers.

The team/the department

Student Success is a large group of professional student- and academic-facing services with a focus on achieving Hallam’s Student Success Strategy by working in partnership to deliver excellent student experience, customer service, student outcomes, and support for learning, teaching and research.

Student Success comprises several teams: Digital Education and Service Development, Library Services, Student Futures and Support, including: Catering, Childcare Services, Student Equality and Inclusion, Student Futures and Employability, Student Help and Advice (including Accommodation and Student Engagement and Success), Sport, Student Wellbeing and Belonging, Sport, with business support from a central Student Success Operations Team.

Together, our teams work in partnership with colleagues and students across our University to develop and implement a welcoming and inclusive community and vibrant campus, comprehensive and multidisciplinary physical and digital resources, cutting edge technology-enhanced learning, responsive and personalised student support, co and extra-curricular opportunities, student voice, effective safeguarding and a wide range of statutory and regulatory compliance.

Enterprise and Start Up Coach

Company: Sheffield Hallam University

Salary: £32,722 to £39,560 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Sheffield, S1 1WB

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 12 Nov 2026

Closing date: 28 Nov 2026

Essential requirements

• Level 4 and above qualification in enterprise support recognised by Small Firms Enterprise Development Initiative (SFEDI) and/or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience of providing enterprise and entrepreneurship coaching, advice and guidance to individuals and groups, supporting the development and launch of new business ventures.
• Experience of leading operational activities in an enterprise/employability related service area and acting as a point of escalation.
• Proficient in the use of client management/CRM systems, databases, MS Office applications and social media.
• Experience of carrying out a range of complex administration activities.
• Experience of organising, supporting and delivering events/ projects.
• Experience of providing advice and guidance to colleagues and internal/ external stakeholders to support decision making, in a relevant area.
• Demonstrates the ability to work inclusively, respectfully, and collaboratively with a diverse range of colleagues, students, and stakeholders.

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