Job Description
Business Innovation Advisor | Stowmarket | £35,000 - £38,000 dependent on experience
Your new role If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love supporting ambitious businesses, and want to make a real impact on the region’s innovation landscape, this is the role for you. As a Business Innovation Advisor, you’ll be the driving force behind an Innovation Programme, supporting tech‑driven, high‑growth SMEs.
Duties will include but not limited to:
* Deliver 1:1 support for scale-up businesses adopting digital innovation.
* Connect businesses with regional support providers, funders, and partners.
* Act as key relationship manager for tenants.
* Develop a strong ecosystem of partners—local authorities, education providers, industry groups, and innovation networks.
* Represent the centre regionally, nationally, and internationally.
* Create and deliver interactive workshops and innovation-focused training.
* Organise networking events and industry collaborations.
* Research industry trends and produce insight articles for our business community.
* Support marketing activities and social media content creation.
* Promote the Centre as a recognised hub for digital innovation and skills.
What you'll need to succeed
o Strong relationship management with diverse stakeholders.
o Experience managing projects, meeting objectives, and delivering on time.
o Delivery of business support, consultancy, training, or innovation-related roles.
o Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and presenting.
o Knowledge of SME growth strategies and digital innovation trends.
o (Desirable experience includes digital adoption, cluster networks, coaching, Agile, sales, or engagement roles.)
What you'll get in return
o Competitive salary
o 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
o Company pension (auto‑enrolment)
o Professional development and clear progression pathway
o A collaborative, supportive, high-performing team
o Flexible working to support occasional out-of-hours activities
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4767944