Strategic Key Account Manager – Hybrid, Industrial Partnerships

University of Sheffield; Rotherham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days annual leave

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Discounts at shops and cinemas

Cycle to work scheme

Development programmes

Inclusive workplace

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The University of Sheffield’s AMRC is seeking a personable Key Account Manager to nurture strategic industrial relationships, present to senior stakeholders, and ensure partners gain maximum value from their collaboration.

You will own the main point of contact for key partners, shape the role, coordinate visits, research opportunities, and work with colleagues to understand new technologies. The role supports flexible, hybrid working and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Empathetic listener who understands client needs and builds trusting relationships.
• Collaborative spirit that works well with cross-functional teams.
• Insightful problem solver with commercial savvy and adaptability.
• Committed to the UK Defence sector and security clearance.
• Resilient in uncertainty with a positive outlook.
• Adaptive thinker who embraces changing circumstances and new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Be the main point of contact for key industrial partners and ensure smooth partnerships.
• Shape the role to maximize value from collaborations and engagements.
• Network with senior personnel and present to executives as needed.
• Research partner information, arrange visits or events, and liaise on new technologies.
• Coordinate with colleagues to keep projects on track and opportunities pursued.

Skills

Empathetic listener

Collaborative spirit

Insightful problem solver

Committed

Resilient

Adaptive thinker

Job description

The University of Sheffield’s AMRC is seeking a personable Key Account Manager to nurture strategic industrial relationships, present to senior stakeholders, and ensure partners gain maximum value from their collaboration.

You will own the main point of contact for key partners, shape the role, coordinate visits, research opportunities, and work with colleagues to understand new technologies. The role supports flexible, hybrid working and development opportunities.