Strategic Consultant
Job Description / Job Scope:
1. Work with stakeholders to develop a consolidated funding strategy supporting UKAEA's Fusion Technology programme across key technical areas such as materials and manufacturing, radiation characterization, thermal hydraulics and liquid metals, magnet technologies, and whole plant modelling and integration.
2. Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with national and international partners in fusion and other high-tech sectors (fission, space, defence, etc.) to support strategy realization.
3. Map existing funding opportunities and review internal proposals for alignment and leverage against strategic programmes and collaborations.
4. Create opportunities to influence the funding landscape with strategic partners.
5. Structure funding frameworks, secure partnerships, and ensure alignment with institutional and financial objectives.
6. Stay informed on industry trends, government policies, and economic changes impacting funding opportunities.
7. Support the development of internal processes to enable the funding strategy.
8. Lead, motivate, and communicate effectively with senior leadership and project teams.
9. Embed and realize UKAEA's EDI and Social Value goals.
Qualifications Required:
* Masters or PhD in a technical science/engineering discipline (preferred).
Experience Required:
* Extensive experience securing and managing research grants, government funding, or private investments.
* Experience in developing long-term funding strategies aligned with organizational goals.
* Understanding of compliance, reporting requirements, and best practices for funding applications.
* Excellent writing and communication skills.
* Experience in business case writing and development.
* Experience working with senior stakeholders and external partners, especially with public funding.
* Knowledge of the UK fusion sector and strategy (preferred).
* Experience engaging with industry in science and engineering sectors.
* Strong commercial awareness to make sound economic decisions that maximize programme value.
Rullion celebrates diversity and is committed to equal opportunities for employees and applicants.
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