Senior Business Development Manager (HLS) Business Development (CCO) Location: Aston University, John Cadbury House Salary: £47,389 to £56,535 per annum Grade: Grade 09 Contract Type: Permanent Basis: Full Time Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Wednesday 18 February 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed Reference: 0006-26A Release Date: Wednesday 21 January 2026 Aston University''s 2030 strategy is Inclusive, Entrepreneurial and Transformational. Our vision is to be a leading university of science, technology and enterprise, measured by the positive transformational impact we achieve for our people, students, businesses and the communities we serve. Reporting to the Director of Business Development, the Senior Business Development Manager (SBDM) will play a lead role in driving strategic partnerships and growth opportunities for the University. This role will be aligned to the College of Healthcare and Life Sciences. Main responsibilities: To create and maintain a commercial/enterprise strategy which aligns market need with the unique products/services within the College of Healthcare and Lifesciences To develop and manage strategic partnerships with businesses and other influential bodies in line with the Aston 2030 Strategy, and manage key accounts for the institution Build viable value propositions for partners who require bespoke solutions from Aston University, helping them to overcome specific operational challenges To lead on major funding bids and proposals, generating