Enterprise Centre Manager

York St. John University; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Relocation expenses package

Skilled Worker Visa costs reimbursed

Job summary

York St John University is seeking a proactive manager to lead the Enterprise Centre at Kings Manor in York. You will be the friendly face of the Centre, building relationships with tenants, supporting a thriving business community, coordinating events, and ensuring the space runs smoothly and professionally every day.

As part of the Knowledge Exchange Office, you will grow the Centre by attracting new tenants, strengthening partnerships and creating opportunities for businesses to connect with

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy customer-facing environment.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Confidence to solve problems and juggle competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the Enterprise Centre at Kings Manor.
• Build relationships with tenants and support a thriving business community.
• Coordinate events and ensure the space runs smoothly and professionally.

Job description

Introduction to YSJ university

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.

Location

York

Salary

£34,610 to £39,906 per annum

Employment type

Full time, permanent.

Team

The Knowledge Exchange Office enables York St John University to connect its expertise with businesses, entrepreneurs, public sector organisations and communities. Through a broad portfolio including CPD, Executive Education, Apprenticeships, consultancy, contract research and enterprise support, we help create opportunities for innovation, business growth and social impact. The Enterprise Centre forms a key part of this ecosystem, providing a vibrant environment where start-ups, social enterprises and growing businesses can access support, build networks and connect with the University's expertise.

Role

We're looking for a proactive and people-focused manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our Enterprise Centre at Kings Manor. You'll be the friendly face of the Centre, building relationships with tenants, supporting a thriving business community, coordinating events, and ensuring the space runs smoothly and professionally every day. As the Centre grows, you'll help shape its future development by increasing engagement, attracting new tenants, strengthening partnerships, and creating opportunities for businesses to connect with the University's expertise, students and wider enterprise ecosystem. Working within the Knowledge Exchange Office, you'll manage an Enterprise Centre Coordinator/Graduate Intern and collaborate with colleagues across the University, as well as businesses, entrepreneurs and community partners, to maximise the Centre's impact and success.

Required Skills And Experience

The ideal candidate will be a natural relationship-builder who enjoys working with people and making things happen. You'll bring experience of managing a busy customer-facing environment, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the confidence to solve problems and juggle competing priorities. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about supporting entrepreneurs, businesses and community organisations, helping to create a welcoming and vibrant enterprise community.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries please contact Amanda Selvaratnam at [e-mail]

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

Vacancy closing information

This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we encourage you to please apply as early as possible as we may consider closing earlier if we receive a high level of applications. If the vacancy is closed earlier, all pending applicants will be notified and provided with 24 hours' notice to submit an application.

Our Benefits Package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -

• Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
• Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
• Pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan after six months service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
• On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
• Relocation expenses package for certain roles
• Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)

Further Information About Life At YSJ

Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.

Closing Date

Wednesday 30 September 2026 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date

Tuesday 27 October 2026