Innovation Leadership Manager

6 days ago

Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Oxford Innovation Space Full time

Oxford Innovation Space, a leading provider of innovation spaces, is seeking a visionary and strategic thinker with exceptional relationship-building skills for the role of Innovation Director at our Innovation Centre in the UK. Our dynamic community of innovators, start-ups, and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is drawn from the local area and sub-region, as well as students, graduates, and researchers from the University.

The Innovation Director will provide high-quality, strategic business coaching and innovation support to businesses based in our centre, with the objective of enabling business growth, innovation development, and commercial success. Business support includes one-to-one coaching of business leaders, coordination of training workshops, and connecting businesses with the University's expertise and research strengths.

While direct experience of providing quality business coaching to early-stage businesses is desirable, we would consider candidates with the inherent skills and aptitude to develop this capability within the role. However, crucial to being successful in this role will be the ability to build relevant business, investment, and innovation networks for our centre, and to proactively drive the benefits of collaborative working.

This is an on-site, part-time role at 0.1 FTE. A successful track record of achievement in enterprise and innovation development is essential. Previous experience of delivering business management and development either as a consultant or business coach to early-stage businesses or relevant experience within such a business is also required.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering business growth and development targets
  • Driving innovation activity
  • Negotiating commercial partnerships
  • Managing financial and other resources
  • Providing business coaching
  • Building a network of regional stakeholders
  • Strategic thinking and business acumen
  • Strong networking and relationship-building skills
  • A passion for innovation and problem-solving

We offer a competitive salary, 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays, pro rata, and a flexible benefits package including contributory pension, private medical and dental insurance, and a friendly, informal working environment.

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