Innovation Programme Manager

L Marks is powering corporate innovation, bridging the gap between startups and corporates. We're on the hunt for a Programme Manager to join the team and help lead one of our exciting upcoming innovation labs. This role will be a hybrid role, but face to face client time will be required. 

Applicants are required to hold the relevant work Visas/Work Permits to work in the UK.

We're a fast-growing company, working with some of the world's biggest companies to support their innovation efforts and invest in the most promising startups in the industry.

L Marks has built the UK's largest network of startup partnership programmes and has established a significant footprint in the UK, running numerous programmes for companies including, Sodexo, Lloyds of London, and BMW. We're now looking for a proactive Programme Manager to join the team to help support our growing team. To understand more about our open innovation strand within L Marks, please read
here.

You will be:

• Leading the launch and delivery of Innovation programmes to ensure client objectives are met; this includes getting to grips with the client's needs to decide on 'problem areas'.
• Working with startups and scaleups to develop and deploy their innovative ideas and solutions with our corporate partners;
• Leading our corporate partners to meet their strategic innovation goals through partnerships with disruptive technology providers;
• Developing long-term relationships with our clients and their internal teams to support successful project delivery;
• Acting as a knowledgeable advisor to the client in how to deliver an innovation programme and work with chosen suppliers;
• Assist with scouting potential teams for the programme if needed;
• Organising, facilitating, and delivering events as part of your programme, including public speaking;
• Ensuring that L Marks high standards of quality are upheld;
• Monitoring progress of the programme and routinely assessing for risks;
• Providing clear analysis and reporting on programme status throughout project delivery;
• Forecasting and managing the programme budget, ensuring it runs to budget;
• Our friendly face on the ground to help startups connect effectively with our corporate partners.

As a company, we're constantly reviewing new opportunities and adapting our processes. There will be plenty of opportunities for you to collaborate with different departments of the business and truly own your own work. The right person will be keen to learn quickly, have initiative and strong ambitions to build a career in the corporate innovation space.

Culture is extremely important to us, we pride ourselves on having a supportive, friendly and unique team that compliment each other. We also have a one team approach, which means you will get exposure to different clients and projects. We understand the importance of work life balance and ensure this is adhered to. Our company values, that can be seen in everything we do are;

• Authentic
• Collaborative
• Impactful
• Passionate

You should have:

• At least 3 years of project management, client delivery, account management or consultancy experience;
• Experience working with clients across different levels, including C-suite, and delivering value to them;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively, including strong writing skills;
• An understanding and experience of corporate innovation, technology, and the opportunity of startup collaboration;
• Strong organisational skills and proven ability to work efficiently to tight timelines while paying strict attention to detail;
• Excellent diplomacy, negotiation and client relationship management;
• Fantastic people skills and strong emotional intelligence;
• A demonstrable interest in entrepreneurship and early-stage businesses.

In return for joining the team you will receive:

• Competitive salary based on experience;
• A great work life balance whereby you can work autonomously;
• Paid annual leave allowance - 25 days plus Bank holidays;
• Birthday gifted as an extra day of leave on top of allowance;
• 1 gifted volunteer day per year;
• Private Medical Insurance;
• Budget for learning courses and professional development;
• Wellness hour a week and employee assistance programme access.

We are committed to creating a diverse culture at L Marks and are eager to receive applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Every applicant will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination.

If you have any questions or if you require any support in completing your application, please email

directly.