Innovation Business Partner

The British Standards Institution (BSI); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Health insurance

Pension plan with company contribution

Car allowance (dependent on role)

Life insurance

Income protection

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Paid parental leave

Adoption leave

Compassionate leave

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible benefits

Job summary

The British Standards Institution (BSI) is looking for an Innovation Business Partner to shape and deliver strategic initiatives across the Innovation team. You will work with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and drive client-focused solutions.

In a fast-paced environment, you’ll champion emerging technologies, support workshops and manage projects from ideation to adoption while aligning with the broader strategy and roadmap.

Qualifications

• Experience in innovation, transformation, project or program management.
• Exposure to AI, Data Science, Blockchain, IoT, Automation or Design Thinking is beneficial.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work across cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Drive the innovation agenda across designated BSI business streams.
• Identify and shape strategic innovation opportunities and future-focused initiatives.
• Support the development and integration of new client-facing solutions and technologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Innovation, Technology, Commercial, and Leadership teams.
• Support innovation projects from idea generation through to implementation and adoption.
• Champion emerging technologies and continuous improvement across the business.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external technology partners.
• Support innovation workshops, research activities, and business change initiatives.
• Help embed innovation solutions into operational, sales, and marketing activities.
• Contribute to innovation roadmaps, reporting, and strategic planning.

Skills

Innovation management

Stakeholder management

Project management

Technology consulting

Agile delivery

Job description

Job Title: Innovation Business Partner

Location: Covent Garden (Hybrid)

About the role

BSI is continuing to expand its investment in Innovation and we are looking for an Innovation Business Partner to join our growing Innovation team.

This role will play a key part in helping future-proof BSI's business streams through innovation, emerging technologies, and new client-focused solutions. Working closely with senior stakeholders, stream leadership teams, and BSI's wider Innovation function, you will help identify, shape, and deliver strategic initiatives that create long-term business value.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Responsibilities

• Drive the innovation agenda across designated BSI business streams
• Identify and shape strategic innovation opportunities and future-focused initiatives
• Support the development and integration of new client-facing solutions and technologies
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Innovation, Technology, Commercial, and Leadership teams
• Support innovation projects from idea generation through to implementation and adoption
• Champion emerging technologies and continuous improvement across the business
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external technology partners
• Support innovation workshops, research activities, and business change initiatives
• Help embed innovation solutions into operational, sales, and marketing activities
• Contribute to innovation roadmaps, reporting, and strategic planning

To be successful in the role you will have

• Experience in innovation, transformation, project/program management, technology consulting, or a related field
• Exposure to areas such as AI, Data Science, Blockchain, IoT, Automation, Agile delivery, or Design Thinking would be highly beneficial.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience working across cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities
• A passion for innovation, emerging technologies, and business improvement
• Strong problem-solving and organisational abilities
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic and evolving environments
• Confidence influencing and engaging with senior stakeholders
• A collaborative and proactive mindset with strong business acumen

Salary Range:

UK = £58,500 - £78,000

The advertised salary range reflects the level, scope and responsibilities of the role. Starting salary within that range will be determined based on experience, skills, market considerations and alignment with internal equity principles.

BSI offers a competitive total reward package, an independent and varied job in an international environment, flexible working hours, ongoing training and development with the inclusion of 27-days annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, car allowance (dependent on role), income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

Do you believe the world deserves excellence?

We are proud to be the business improvement company for other organisations to become more sustainable and resilient and finally to inspire trust in their products, systems, services, and the world we live in.

Headquartered in London, BSI is the world's first national standards organization with more than 100 years of experience. We are a global partner for 86,000 companies and organizations in over 193 countries, offering development, auditing, certification, and training services, including innovative software solutions and cyber security expertise for all industries: from aerospace and automotive to food, construction, energy, healthcare, IT and trade sectors. Incorporated by Royal Charter, we're truly impartial, and home to the ultimate mark of trust, the Kitemark.

Through our unique combination of consulting, training, assurance and regulatory services we bring solid and broad knowledge to every company.

D&I Policy

BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for all employees by providing opportunities to develop, grow, and engage with our global organization all while having fun doing great work. BSI is a community where everyone can thrive.

If you require any reasonable accommodations to be made on account of a disability or impairment throughout out our recruiting process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

About Us

BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.

Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.

Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.

Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society's critical issues - from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.