Enterprise Team Manager

Research and External Engagement (REE) is a new integrated service dedicated to driving forward the Universitys ambitions for, research, innovation, skills and enterprise.? This professional service works to support our students, drive research excellence, upskill and reskill the regions workforce, strengthen relationships and engagement with our alumni, business and community partners. Through cutting-edge research initiatives, hands-on learning opportunities, strategic partnerships, civic leadership, and skills delivery, we will empower individuals to thrive in an ever-changing world. ? The Enterprise team within REE delivers start-up and skills support to students, graduates, alumni, staff and regional entrepreneurs/founders. The team is responsible for building an inclusive and engaging environment that enables these communities to?explore possibilities, create solutions to challenges, build confidence, turn ideas into reality and create societal, cultural and economic value. ? The Enterprise team designs, manages and delivers a wide range of facilities and support. This includes enterprise programmes; incubator space; pop-up shops; coaching; mentoring; funding/investment advice; scholarships; and workshops.? The Enterprise Team Manager will lead and manage the Universitys Enterprise and Incubation Team (within REE). They will support strategic planning, with responsibility for operational delivery, ensuring effective working relationships with external partners, Professional Services and with UWE Bristols Schools and Colleges. The Enterprise Team Manager will provide leadership and strategic direction for the operation, management and delivery of the Universitys activities in relation to student, graduate, alumni, staff and regional enterprise and entrepreneurship support. They will be responsible for the delivery and growth of activity across UWE Bristols enterprise pathway, from extracurricular opportunities for undergraduate students to advanced support for aspiring entrepreneurs and start-up founders. The Enterprise Team Manager will help provide strategic co-ordination of activities delivered across UWE Bristols highly successful University Enterprise Zone, ensuring an integrated and impactful approach to fostering innovation, enterprise and entrepreneurship. About you We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated professional with a passion for empowering entrepreneurs and supporting start-ups. You will have an excellent understanding of the challenges faced by emerging businesses and the role that universities play in innovation ecosystems. You will have strong management skills, along with the ability to build and lead a high-performing team while inspiring and bringing people along on the journey. Where is this role based? This post is based at our lively Frenchay campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed. Why UWE Bristol? We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in Bristol , one of the UKs most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners. We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development. UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community . We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, were always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where youll thrive. We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability. Further information Interviews are scheduled to take place at our Frenchay Campus on 11th March 2025. This is a full time, permanent post working 37 hours per week. This post is available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based for at least 60 percent of your time, with the opportunity to work from home on the remaining days. To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University's salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience. Right to Work in the UK The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK, please refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist for information on which documents are acceptable. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. If you do not have current right to work in the UK you may wish to explore other visa options . Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs. Advice to applicants Wed love to hear from you - if you are excited about this opportunity please complete our application form as soon as possible. Tell us how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description, and include specific examples wherever possible. Once we have completed shortlisting we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates. ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Bristol, GB

Posted Date: 2/24/2025