About this role
About the role
Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your passion for research and innovation to address real-world challenges and create impact?
Consistently ranked among the world’s top universities, Imperial is a leader in industry-university collaborations and technology commercialisation. Our new Partnerships Strategy is turning up the dial on how we work with industry; connecting world-class researchers with leading organisations to accelerate innovation in areas of global need.
Imperial is seeking a Strategic Industry Engagement Lead, who will play a pivotal role in shaping and elevating our collaborations with Industry. Focused on key sectors such as sustainable manufacturing, advanced materials, and clean technologies, you will act as a cross-University connector; you will be building new partnerships, aligning academic strengths with industry priorities, and ensuring Imperial presents a unified and compelling offer to industry and funding bodies.
This is a new role that will sit at the heart of Imperial’s Enterprise ecosystem, enabling transformational collaborations that advance sustainability, decarbonisation, and industrial innovation.
What you would be doing
This is a strategic and outward-facing role that requires both vision & execution. You will work closely with academic leaders, researchers, and professional services colleagues to turn ideas into high-impact collaborations, linking Imperial’s expertise to major industrial and national priorities. You will have the scope to design and deliver a cohesive approach to partnership development that strengthens Imperial’s position as a global leader in sustainability and clean technology.
In this role, you will:
Develop and deliver a university-wide strategy for industry engagement across sustainability, manufacturing, and materials sectors. Work with academic leaders to co-create sector offers and value propositions that attract funding & long-term partnerships. Identify, cultivate, and manage high-value relationships with corporates, investors, and government funders. Coordinate activities across faculties, ensuring coherence, visibility, and impact in Imperial’s industry engagement.
What we are looking for
We are seeking an experienced professional with:
A proven track record of senior-level industry engagement within sustainability, advanced materials, or clean technology sectors. The ability to develop and manage large-scale partnerships across complex stakeholder environments. Strong strategic, interpersonal, and influencing skills with credibility among both academic and industrial audiences. Understanding of the UK industrial strategy, research funding landscape, and emerging technology trends. A proactive and collaborative approach, with the confidence to operate across multiple disciplines and leadership teams.
What we can offer you
The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes) Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
Closing date: 7th Jan 2026
Please apply with an application form via the online system.
CVs without a completed application form will not be considered.
For further information, contact Iwona Przychodzen, Administration Coordinator, at [email protected].
Available documents
Attached documents are available under links.
download: Employee Benefits Booklet.pdf download: Strategic Industry Engagement Lead Sector Focus Initiative- Job Description.pdf
If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at [email protected].