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Business Development and Partnerships OfficerUniversity of Southampton • Southampton, England, UK
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Business Development and Partnerships Officer

Business Development and Partnerships Officer

University of Southampton • Southampton, England, UK
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The University of Southampton Business School (USBS) is at the centre of the University of Southampton, a founding member of the UK Russell Group. USBS hosts a vibrant and diverse community of scholars and students across six departments: Accounting, Banking & Finance, Decision Analytics & Risk, Digital & Data‑Driven Marketing, Human Resource Management & Organisational Behaviour, and Strategy Innovation & Entrepreneurship. It delivers an extensive programme portfolio accredited by 14 professional bodies, aiming to develop future leaders with a tangible impact on business and society.

Role Overview

In this varied and challenging role you will work closely with the Associate Dean for Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise to develop a dynamic partnership agenda, creating initiatives that drive the business school forward, showcase impact, and generate revenue.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive business interface and partnerships agenda.
  • Identify, secure, and nurture relationships with key businesses and major public sector organisations.
  • Promote and deliver United services to partners, embedding collaborations in the core curriculum.
  • Develop and support non‑accredited short courses and other enterprise activities.
  • Organise and manage conferences, seminars, and master classes to engage the business community.

Qualifications

  • Significant experience building and sustaining partnerships in commercial or academic contexts.
  • Strong project‑management skills with the ability to think strategically, plan effectively, and negotiate productive partnerships.
  • Enterprising self‑starter with a keen appreciation of current higher‑education trends and issues.
  • Background in higher education not essential but desirable.

Benefits

  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Generous holiday allowance.
  • Access to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS).
  • Subsidised health and fitness facilities.
  • Range of discounts.
  • Living in dynamic and vibrant Southampton, with a city that caters for all life stages.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Professor Jeni Giambona, Associate Dean for Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise (j.giambona@soton.ac.uk).

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