Head of SME Partnerships

We are seeking to recruit a Head of SME Partnerships to play a key role within our Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange team. 

This position will contribute to the development and implementation of the University’s innovation strategy and supporting objectives. Reporting to the Head of Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange, the role holder will be based within the Business Engagement & Knowledge Exchange (BE&KE) team, part of the Directorate of Research and Business Engagement. They will work with colleagues to develop and contribute to strategic objectives for the University’s engagement with business. 

The successful candidate will take the lead for the portfolio of activity across UoM aligned with SME Engagement and Consultancy. Through matrix management and working closely with colleagues across various functions, the post holder will also ensure that UoM-wide business service operations are well coordinated, coherent and comprehensive, and offer support and leadership to the wider BE&KE community. Thirdly, the post-holder will lead the development of key regional and national partnerships with sector bodies and networks supporting SME clusters.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status.  All appointments will be made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out morehere

Blended working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Dr. Catherine Headley, Head of Business Engagement & Knowledge Exchange
Email: Catherine.headley@manchester.ac.uk  

General enquiries:
Email: People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.