Executive Director for Research and Innovation

2 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom University of Bristol Full time
The role

We’re looking for a new Executive Director for Research and Innovation - a key strategic leadership role within the Division of Research, Enterprise and Innovation. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and Registrar, you will guide the research and innovation strategy to enhance our institution’s reputation and impact, cementing us firmly into the world’s top 50 research-intensive universities. As a critical member of our Professional Services Leadership group, you’ll collaborate closely with senior academic and administrative leaders, shaping a unified and ambitious approach to research excellence.


What will you be doing?

In this role, you will:

Lead the university’s initiatives to scale, innovate, and improve research quality and outcomes, aligning with strategic UK and global societal goals.Foster a collaborative culture across faculties, promoting shared goals and breaking down barriers to effective strategic delivery.Oversee and continuously improve the activities of the Research, Enterprise, and Innovation Division, creating impactful programs and partnerships.Drive the sustainable growth of research, including securing funding, enhancing knowledge exchange, and expanding enterprise initiatives.Represent the university externally to stakeholders and policymakers, both nationally and internationally, as a champion of our research impact.Guide the strategic development and financial planning of the division, ensuring resources are effectively managed to maximize outcomes.Lead a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team, ensuring high standards and staff wellbeing.
You should apply if

To excel in this role, you will bring:

A professional qualification or relevant degree with extensive senior experience in research, innovation, or enterprise leadership.Expertise in managing complex, cross-functional operations within the higher education research environment.Proven people and change management skills, with a talent for motivating and influencing stakeholders at all levels.Strong strategic thinking abilities, with a track record of developing and implementing impactful, forward-thinking initiatives.Financial acumen and experience managing significant budgets to support strategic goals.Insight into national and international research landscapes and trends, with a vision for how to leverage these for institutional success.Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, enabling effective relationships with senior leaders, policymakers, and other key stakeholders.

A copy of the full job description can be found below, along with a candidate information pack for the role. 

This is an unique opportunity to shape the future of research and innovation within a world-class institution. If you’re a visionary leader ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.


  • Executive Assistant to The Director

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for Science, Innovation & Technology Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 342043**Salary**: - £26,325 - £32,465- National: £26,325 - £28,070; London: £30,050 - £32,465- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Fixed term**Length of employment**: - 1 year FTA/ Maternity Cover**Business area**: - DSIT -...

  • Market Research Director

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our Global Client Partner team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically develop global accounts.As a Market Research...

  • Market Research Director

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our Global Client Partner team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically develop global accounts.As a Market Research...

  • Senior Research Executive

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom IFF Research Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Research Executive to join our team at IFF Research. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality research and evaluation services to our clients.As a Senior Research Executive, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across different sectors,...

  • Senior Research Executive

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom IFF Research Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Research Executive to join our team at IFF Research. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality research and evaluation services to our clients.As a Senior Research Executive, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across different sectors,...

  • Market Research Director

    4 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our team at MMR Research Worldwide LTD. As a key member of our Global Client Partner team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically develop global...

  • Market Research Director

    4 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our team at MMR Research Worldwide LTD. As a key member of our Global Client Partner team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically develop global...

  • Strategic Research Director

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced researcher to join our Global Client Partner team as a Strategic Research Director. In this role, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically develop global accounts.Key...

  • Market Research Director

    4 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our team at MMR Research Worldwide LTD. As a key member of our Global Client Partner team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically develop global...

  • Market Research Director

    4 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our team at MMR Research Worldwide LTD. As a key member of our Global Client Partner team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically develop global...

  • Research Director

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom M3 Global Research Full time

    M3 Global Research is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research Director to lead our Client Service Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in market research, specifically in the healthcare sector, and will be responsible for managing and overseeing a team of researchers to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.The...

  • Research and Innovation Manager

    1 month ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CS Executive Group Full time

    Job Title: Innovation & Research Coordinator (Permanent)CS Executive Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research and Innovation Manager to join our team. As a key member of our R&D team, you will be responsible for leading projects across Australia & the Asia-Pacific, shaping the industry's future.About the CompanyOur client is a renowned...

  • Research and Innovation Manager

    1 month ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CS Executive Group Full time

    Job Title: Innovation & Research Coordinator (Permanent)CS Executive Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research and Innovation Manager to join our team. As a key member of our R&D team, you will be responsible for leading projects across Australia & the Asia-Pacific, shaping the industry's future.About the CompanyOur client is a renowned...

  • Market Research Director

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our Global Client Partner team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically grow global accounts to maximize their commercial...

  • Market Research Director

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our Global Client Partner team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically grow global accounts to maximize their commercial...

  • Market Research Director

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our Global Client Partner team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically develop global accounts.Key...

  • Market Research Director

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Market Research Director to join our Global Client Partner team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for growing our biggest FMCG client relationships and working closely with account leads within the MMR family to strategically develop global accounts.Key...

  • Finance Director

    1 month ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) Full time

    Job Title: Finance Director - Research and InnovationGreat Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Director to lead the financial aspects of the Research and Innovation (R&I) directorate. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial planning, budgeting, and...

  • Finance Director

    1 month ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) Full time

    Job Title: Finance Director - Research and InnovationGreat Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Director to lead the financial aspects of the Research and Innovation (R&I) directorate. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial planning, budgeting, and...

  • Senior Research Executive

    1 month ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Mmr Research Full time

    Senior Research Executive OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Executive to join our team at MMR Research. As a Senior Research Executive, you will be responsible for leading market research projects, managing client relationships, and delivering high-quality insights to our clients.Key Responsibilities:Design and execute research...