Director of Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange
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Director of Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange
Join to apply for the Director of Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange role at The University of Manchester
The University of Manchester is a truly global institution, with a reputation for education, research and innovation that has a positive impact on societies, business and individuals across the world. Our research engages with today’s biggest questions – that’s why we bring together the best people in their fields, across health care, climate change, international trade and community cohesion to make a difference where it is needed most. The Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange Team is a key part of the University’s strategic commitment to innovation. It develops the relationships that enable partners to gain fresh insights in order to inform business strategy, leverage new technology to innovate or boost efficiency, or invest in the next game-changing invention to get ahead of the game.
Working within the Directorate of Research and Business Engagement, the Director of Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange will be responsible for the development of strategic relationships with business and will lead an integrated cross-faculty team of professionals. This is a fully rounded strategic role that will influence and work across all areas of the institution, providing inspired and insightful leadership to capitalise on the organisation’s outstanding reputation and expanding service provision to maximise opportunities and further expand the reputation of the University.
The University is seeking to appoint a progressive and forward-thinking professional with the strategic capacity and commercial insights to identify and leverage opportunities and partnerships for growth. With a strong understanding of the wider business environment, you must have the capacity to balance the pursuit of academic excellence with the needs of customers whilst implementing initiatives that deliver successful outcomes for all. This is an outstanding role for a high performing individual to make a difference on a global stage.
Interviews for this role will take place on the 19th of September 2025.
What you will get in return:
* Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
* Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
* Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
* Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
* Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
As an equal opportunities employer we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Andrew Walsh
Email: andrew.walsh@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
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.
Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Business Development and Sales
* Industries
Higher Education
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