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Business Support Manager @ University of Exeter

Devon, Exeter, HybridHybridFull-timePosted 132 days ago

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About this role

This role is in-person at the Exeter Science Park and Exeter Innovation Hub with the option for home-working where appropriate.

This new full-time post is available immediately on a permanent basis.

Summary of the role

The Business Support Manager will join the SETsquared Exeter Business Acceleration team, bringing demonstrable experience of supporting the accelerated growth of new or early stage ventures either as part of an accelerator or incubator programme, or as a senior member of a high growth start-up.

The post holder will support member companies of the SETsquared Business Accelerator with the development of viable business models through to investable propositions via a combination of 1-1 support, training, workshops and access to expert advice and guidance. The role will particularly focus on supporting the business development and customer acquisition activities of the Accelerator members, supporting them to develop strategic approaches to building valuable relationships, partnership opportunities, and income generation

The Business Support Manager will also lead on the development and management of relationships with regional, national and international investors to develop an understanding of their focus areas and investment preferences to best support the growth aspirations of the Accelerator members.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification on our website for full details of this role.

Benefits

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

41 days leave per year options for flexible working numerous discounts at leading retailers onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England

Exeter Innovation (EI) is the business-facing division of the University which works collaboratively with industry and partners, proactively supporting the University in making a positive impact locally, nationally and globally.

Further information

Please contact Colin Dart, [email protected] or 07969 809721.

Skills

Higher EducationProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademicPR, Marketing, Sales & Communication

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