Business Development Manager

6 days ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Aston University Full time
Knowledge Exchange & Innovation

Location:

Aston University John Cadbury House

Salary:

£38,784 to £46,049 per annum

Grade:

Grade 08

Contract Type:

Permanent

Basis:

Full Time

Closing Date:

23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 09 November 2025

Interview Date:

Thursday 04 December 2025

Reference:

0859-25

Release Date:

Monday 20 October 2025

Are you passionate about driving innovation and building impactful partnerships? Aston University is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to join our Knowledge Exchange Team and play a pivotal role in advancing our sector-leading research and enterprise initiatives.

Working with the Senior Business Development Managers you will identify and develop collaborative opportunities with external partners, with a focus on digital technologies and enterprise AI. You'll support funding applications, facilitate knowledge exchange, and help translate cutting-edge research into real-world impact across our College of Engineering and Physical Sciences and Aston Business School.

We are looking for someone with:

  • A strong track record in supporting the development of collaborative research and knowledge exchange projects, including experience with KTPs, Innovate UK programmes, or contract research.
  • The ability to build and maintain effective relationships with external stakeholders, including industry, public sector bodies, and funding organisations.
  • Experience in gathering intelligence on funding opportunities, policy changes, and sector trends to inform academic engagement.

This is your opportunity to join a highly motivated and successful team and shape the future of research and innovation across the University.

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University's commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate's name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual's lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit:

We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team

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