Business Incubation Programmes Officer

2 weeks ago

Warrington, United Kingdom Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Full time

**Job Title**: Business Incubation Programmes Officer
**Salary**:£28,498 gross per annum
**Hours**: Full-time _(We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants)_
**Contract Type**: Permanent
**Location**: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire OR Daresbury Laboratory, Warrington

Together, our scientists, technologists, engineers, technicians and business support team explore the unknown and turn what they find into work that changes the world around us. Whether it’s sending probes into space or finding new ways to treat cancer, everyone here plays a vital role in making a positive difference to society.

Come and discover how much you can achieve when you’re surrounded by world-leading experts, encouraged to constantly learn and empowered to explore your curiosity.

**Background**

The Science Technology and Facilities Councill (STFC) supports UK technology start-ups and SMEs through several Business Incubation activities.

STFC’s Business Incubation Programmes support UK technology start-ups to build a new product or service and start selling it commercially. The programmes provide start-ups for 1-2 years, providing grant funding, commercial coaching and access to technical expertise and facilities at STFC and other public sector organisations. We have a thirteen-year record of success in running these programmes and have supported over 140 UK start-ups and the creation of over 1,000 highly-skilled jobs.

STFC runs six Incubation Programmes, each focused on one technology area (Space, Biotech, Quantum, Digital, Health tech and Applied Physics). These programmes operate across three UK sites in Harwell (Oxfordshire), Daresbury (Cheshire) and Edinburgh.

Incubation Programmes have been very successful and have grown in the last 2 years. We have ambitious plans to grow further in the next few years.

**About the Role**

This is a newly created role to support the team to run and expand our Incubation Programmes. You will be a key member of the Incubation Programmes team. The role is primarily focused on administration, contractual and financial support. The post holder will work primarily with the Operations team to support the delivery of the Incubation Programmes, but also with the Programmes Manager team.

The main duties of this role are to support the operation of Incubation Programmes through high-quality administration, financial processing, record keeping and reporting, and organising meetings.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Supporting the wider team with organising and conducting formal meetings including selection boards, stakeholder meetings, scheduling meetings, managing meeting logistics and taking minutes.
- Supporting the Operations and Manager Teams to organise meetings with incubated companies e.g., kick-offs, quarterly reviews, mid-term and final reviews. This will include maintaining a schedule of due dates, organising meetings, supporting pre-meeting documentation reviews.
- Record-keeping for incubated companies, including management of current and historical data, such as contracts, formal reports and minutes on STFC and external file storage systems.
- Supporting the financial processing for incubated companies, including setting-up companies on systems and processing of payments.
- Liaising with colleagues to set-up leases with new companies and end or migrate leases with graduating companies.
- Acting as a contact for BIC incubate companies at Harwell or Daresbury for matters relating to the business incubation programmes.
- Providing support to Senior Officers in day-to-day business operations.
- Other tasks as required on an ad hoc basis.

**Person Specification**
- (Please note the below criteria will be assessed at Shortlisting or Interview stage as indicated)_
- Demonstrable skills and experience in administration and operations in a technical or commercial environment, and a proactive approach to resolving issues and driving improvements. (S)
- Experience of writing minutes of meetings and reports; experience of keeping accurate records with excellent attention to detail. (S&I)
- Experience of financial processes, including using setting-up companies on payment systems, procurement, raising purchase orders and invoices. (S&I)
- Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate and work with multiple people in a team environment, as well as with external ‘customers’. (S)
- Proficiency in using IT systems, web-based tools and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook. (S&I)
- Good scheduling and organisational skills. (I)
- Ability to multi-task, prioritise and meet deadlines. (I)
- Strong team working and collaboration skills, including good verbal and written communication skills with individuals at all levels of seniority. (I)
- Skills, experience and attitude to deliver continuous improvement i.e. to do the job well and plan to do it better. (I)
- Experience of us

  • Business Incubation Programmes Officer

    2 days ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Full time

    *Job Title: Business Incubation Programmes Officer**Salary:* £28,498 gross per annum*Hours:* Full-time (_We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants)_*Contract Type:* Permanent*Location: *Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire OR Daresbury Laboratory,...

  • Business Incubation Programmes Officer

    2 days ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Full time

    *Job Title: Business Incubation Programmes Officer* *Salary:* £28,498 gross per annum *Hours:* Full-time (_We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants)_ *Contract Type:* Permanent *Location: *Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire OR Daresbury...

  • Business Incubation Programmes Officer

    24 hours ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Full time

    *Job Title: Business Incubation Programmes Officer**Salary:* £28,498 gross per annum*Hours:* Full-time (_We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants)_*Contract Type:* Permanent*Location: *Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire OR Daresbury Laboratory,...

  • Impact and Engagement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Science and Technology Facilities Council Remote Work Freelance Full time

    Job Title: Impact and Engagement Officer Salary: £34,905 to £37,173 gross per annum (Dependent on skills and experience) Hours: Full time (We understand the importance of work-life balance, and are happy to discuss the possibility of flexible working with applicants) Contract Type: 12 Months Fixed Term Location: Daresbury Laboratory, Warrington OR...

  • Office Manager

    1 month ago

    Warrington, Warrington, United Kingdom Page Personnel Secretarial & Business Support Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Office Manager to join a global manufacturing business, based in Warrington. The successful candidate will manage the day to day running of the office, to ensure effective functioning of operations. Client Details Our client, based in Warrington, is a global manufacturing and production business providing efficient...

  • Early Help Business Support Officer

    1 month ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Warrington Borough Council Full time

    **About us**: We are looking for an experienced Business Support Officer to join our Early Help Front Door Team. **The role**: Early Help aims to support families at the earliest opportunity to prevent reliance on statutory services. The Early Help Front Door Business Support Officer post is integral to the administrative and efficient function of the...

  • Head of Programme Management

    5 days ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom United Utilities Full time

    We are looking for a Head of Programme Management to join the Our Future Plan function within Regulation and Compliance. The role is more than traditional project management - it’s about understanding the connections between how United Utilities creates and sets its strategy - and how those strategies come to fruition. It's about being able to see the big...

  • Graduate Programme

    2 weeks ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Pareto Full time

    Graduate Programme Over the last few years, flexible working has come to mean flexible hiring. So whatever your preference, whether you feel more comfortable shining in a virtual process or you want to demonstrate your charisma in a face-to-face setting, we have the entry level career route for you! At Pareto we offer a range of Assessment Days to suit your...

  • Business Admin

    2 weeks ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Page Personnel Finance Full time

    Page Personnel are working in partnership with a fantastic not for profit organisation based in Warrington to recruit for a business administrator to join the team. **Client Details** Our client is a not for profit social care provider based in Warrington and looking to recruit for a business administrator to join their fantastic team. They are a...

  • Business Support Officer

    6 days ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Adecco Full time

    We are currently recruiting for a Business Support Officer to work within the NW Regional Organised Crime team for Merseyside Police based in Warrington. This role is initially for 3 months, with the possibility of this being extended. To provide a flexible, efficient and effective business support function, thus assisting NWROCU to meet external and...

  • Business Support Officer

    1 month ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Service Care Full time

    Service Care Solutions are looking for a Business Support Officer to work within the North West Regional Organized Crime Unit on a 3-month contract. **Location**: Warrington **Job purpose/Responsibilities**: To provide a flexible, efficient, and effective business support function, thus assisting NWROCU to meet external and internal performance targets. -...

  • Business Support Officer

    1 month ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Warrington Borough Council Full time

    **The role**: We are looking to recruit a Business Support Officer who will play a key role in supporting Families and Wellbeing Contracting and Commissioning Team. We are dedicated to commissioning, procuring, contracting and monitoring a range of services which improve the outcomes for children and adults within Warrington. A vacancy has arisen on the...

  • Business Support Officer

    1 month ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) Full time

    **Salary** £25,915 - £30,402 + Industry leading pension + Benefits. **Job description** The Business Management Office (BMO) team for the Architecture, Data, Information and Innovation (ADII) team within DDTS is recruiting a Business Support Officer. The BMO provides support to the various teams within ADII with resource management, procurement,...

  • Programme Team Lead

    1 month ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Circet Ireland & UK Full time

    Location- Warrington- Discipline: - Commercial- Contact name: - Conal O'Donnell- Job ref: - 003662- Published: - 2 months agoCircet are looking for a Programme Team lead to support their back office functions based in Warrington. Your role will report directly to the programme manager, leading an expanding team of works Coordinators on their daily duties,...

  • Security Officer

    5 days ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Ward Security Ltd Full time

    **Pay rate and Benefits**: £11.00PH - Uniform, SIA Licensing savings scheme, Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice scheme, Pension and Life Assurance benefits, We offer ReWard membership to all employees, which includes retail discounts, cinema tickets, gym membership, 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme, and many other fantastic benefits. For our Canine furry...

  • Office Manager and Business Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom KFS Recruitment Full time

    **Office Manager & Business Support Administrator** **Financial Services** **Warrington** We are excited to be working with a key client, on their search for an Office Manager / Business Support Administrator, to join the growing team. Your day will be spent working closely with colleagues in the financial services industry. Ensuring the smooth running...

  • Digital Product Architect

    1 month ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Jacobs Full time

    Digital Product Architect-(EST00029E) Your Impact: Here's What You'll Need: A degree or equivalent in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field is desired. Alternative relevant qualifications will be considered. Significant experience in product development, with a proven track record of successfully bringing products to market and...

  • Integrity Investigations and Monitoring, Programme

    1 month ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom ABB Full time

    **Integrity Investigations and Monitoring, Programme Coordinator**: **Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity...

  • Project Support Officer

    1 month ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are seeking a Project Support Officer to join our busy ePR Programme Team. The post holder will be required to provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support for appropriate Programme and Project meetings The successful applicant must be able to utilise own skills and initiative in an organised, efficient, and effective manner to maximise...

  • Office Cleaner

    1 week ago

    Warrington, United Kingdom Betfred Full time

    **Job Title**: Officer Cleaner **Hours**: 20 hours per week 8am - 1pm **Location**: Birchwood **Reporting To**: Cleaning Supervisor **Overview** Experienced cleaner required for general office cleaning duties, reporting to the Cleaning Supervisor. You will be responsible for the daily cleaning of Betfred offices located at Birchwood Boulevard. The...