Strategic Growth Advisor

2 weeks ago


Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Talk Staff Group Limited Full time

About the Role



We are seeking a highly skilled Business Performance Consultant to join our team at Talk Staff Group Limited.



The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering bespoke business support to ambitious, high-growth potential SMEs in the East Midlands.



This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, senior professional with a proven track record of growth in a corporate or ambitious SME environment.




  1. UK Government Future Economies Experience
  2. Preparation of action plans for high-growth environments
  3. Knowledge of strategic choices and processes within business development, marketing, access to finance and other practical issues
  4. Innovation lifecycle, covering idea management, process development, launch, and ongoing improvement
  5. Enabling factors such as HR and incentives, IT, and marketing that support business success
  6. Market validation and commercialisation for innovative concepts, including pricing strategies, distribution channels, and funding access
  7. Practical experience in managing organisational change and transformation
  8. Strategic insight into business and innovation, including vision, focus on innovation, and strategy implementation
  9. Organisational structures and company culture that support innovation
  10. Business sustainability topics, including the circular economy, energy efficiency, and infrastructure
  11. SME development and the various business disciplines affecting performance
  12. Working with or within Creative, Digital, Industrial, and MedTech sectors
  13. Emerging markets
  14. Interest and expertise in investment finance and sustainable business practices
  15. Innovation policy and associated programmes


As a Business Performance Consultant, you will:




  • Provide tailored innovation and business advice to a portfolio of growth-focused SMEs
  • Act as a coach and mentor, helping businesses create and implement long-term commercialisation and innovation strategies
  • Work closely with clients to address challenges, explore new markets, and leverage funding opportunities
  • Collaborate with Innovate UK and other support organisations to connect clients with essential resources
  • Manage a portfolio of clients, delivering impactful support packages that drive growth and competitiveness


Midlands, national and possibly some international travel may be required. Monday to Friday - 35 hours per week.



25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off.



8% employer pension contribution.



Learning and development opportunity.



Talk Staff Recruitment acts as a Recruitment Business in relation to this vacancy.



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