Job Title: Director of Business Engagement and Knowledge ExchangeLocation: Oxford Road, ManchesterSalary: Competitive Salary in line with level of experience Job Type: Full Time, Permanent (1 FTE)Closing Date: 04/09/2025 The University is a truly global institution, with a reputation for education, research and innovation that has a positive impact on societies, business and individuals across the world. Our research engages with today''s biggest questions - that''s why we bring together the best people in their fields, across health care, climate change, international trade and community cohesion to make a difference where it is needed most. The Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange Team is a key part of the University''s strategic commitment to innovation. It develops the relationships that enable partners to gain fresh insights in order to inform business strategy, leverage new technology to innovate or boost efficiency, or invest in the next game-changing invention to get ahead of the game.Working within the Directorate of Research and Business Engagement, the Director of Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange will be responsible for the development of strategic relationships with business and will lead an integrated cross-faculty team of professionals. This is a fully rounded strategic role that will influence and work across all areas of the institution, providing inspired and insightful leadership to capitalise on the organisation''s outstanding reputation and