Director of Enterprise and Commercialisation

9423

Research Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise
Research Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise Office
Hybrid – UAL Various Sites/Home
Service Directors
£80,000 (plus) per annum

Fixed Term - 2 years

Full time - 37 hours per week

22 March 2023 23:55

The opportunity

As part of UAL's new strategy to change the world through creative endeavour we are creating new opportunities to give students the resources they need to flourish in a changing world. We have the most enterprising students and graduates of any university in the UK, and to help shape the specialist infrastructure needed to better support the creative ideas of our students, graduates and staff, we are seeking to appoint a Director of Enterprise and Commercialisation for a two year period to set out the vision and strategy for research/IP commercialisation and new enterprise creation.     

As the Director of Enterprise and Commercialisation, you will build on UAL’s significant existing strengths and expertise to develop a world class ecosystem for creative enterprise and research/IP commercialisation within UAL. Working with senior colleagues across the University and key external stakeholders, you will identify the structures, resourcing, partners and priorities necessary to accelerate our work in this area, and enhance our institutional performance. In addition to this, through conducting primary and secondary benchmark research, you will set out evidenced based strategic priorities, policies and models.  

You will also liaise with relevant national and global investor networks, as well as  enterprise and innovation-focused businesses, to build effective partnerships in support of the agreed strategic vision and objectives of the new infrastructure, whilst providing subject specialist leadership within the development and securing of any new investment opportunities (grant, philanthropic and venture-based) that may emerge. 

About you

You will be an effective and motivating communicator, with detailed working knowledge of the creative and cultural industries as well as Higher Education policy, particularly relating to enterprise, commercialisation and innovation activities. You will have experience of supporting the successful commercialisation of academic research and/or IP in the creative industries, and of providing strategic leadership and management, ideally in a Higher Education or creative industries setting. Demonstrable experience of developing ethical, high-performing entrepreneurial cultures, and a commitment to advancing professional practice in your own area of specialism is also equally important for this role.

If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Twinkle Brahmbhatt, Senior Resourcing Adviser via email at RKEEstaffrecruitment@arts.ac.uk. 

What we offer

 

We are UAL

For the fourth consecutive year, UAL is ranked second for Art and Design education in the QS University World Rankings by Subject 2022. Our diverse and talented community comprises over 5,000 academic, professional, and technical staff. Together we are committed to social purpose. This includes creating a better and more sustainable world and championing race equality. We offer highly creative working environments that will inspire you to fulfil your potential and continuous training to further develop your skills and expertise. We also offer hybrid and flexible working practices, and excellent staff benefits to improve your work life balance.   

We are committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility. 

Our culture

 

This opportunity is closed to applications.