Head of Business Innovation and Development

South Lanarkshire College; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Scotland is seeking a Head of Business Innovation and Development to lead the strategic development and operation of commercial income streams. The successful candidate must have a proven record in business strategy and senior leadership. This role involves analysis and data-driven decision-making to enhance development metrics. Candidates will report to the Vice Principal and contribute significantly to the college's future planning and success. Applications are open until 21 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in developing and implementing strategies.
• Experience in a senior leadership role.
• Advanced proficiency in interpreting development metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development of commercial income streams.
• Identify and cultivate revenue-generating opportunities.
• Provide updates to the Board on project viability.

Skills

Business Innovation and Development strategies

Analytical skills

Data-driven decision making

Leadership

Job description

Permanent, Full-Time

(applications of 0.8 FTE or more may be considered)

£65,261 per annum

South Lanarkshire College delivers outcomes that exceed all sector norms across a range of students, staff and financial performance indicators.

It has a diverse and inclusive culture, attracting students from a huge variety of backgrounds and abilities, enabling them to achieve their very best. The College has an impressive and enviable track record with ambitious plans for the future.

The Head of Business Innovation and Development will lead the strategic development and operational delivery of all commercial income streams and ventures across the college. This role is pivotal in identifying, cultivating and scaling revenue-generating opportunities that align with the College’s values and long-term vision.

You will report directly to the Vice Principal – Finance, Resources and Sustainability and provides regular updates on the viability of existing and future projects to the Board of Management Committees including the Finance and Resources Committee as well as the Board of Management.

The successful applicant must have a proven track record of developing and implementing impactful Business Innovation and Development strategies with experience in a senior leadership role. They must demonstrate an analytical and data-driven approach to decision-making, with advanced proficiency in interpreting Business Innovation and Development metrics to drive continuous improvement.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants will be required to become members of the relevant PVG scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer being made by South Lanarkshire College.

Application Process: To apply for the post, please complete an application form by the closing date of Wednesday 21 January 2026.