Universities Partnership Manager

Universities Partnership Manager

• Contract: Maternity cover (1 year)

• Location: Hybrid (40% London office / 60% homeworking)

• Salary: £45,000–£50,000 (depending on experience)

We’re delighted to be partnering with the National Centre for Universities and Business (NCUB) to recruit a Universities Partnership Manager (maternity cover).

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in knowledge exchange, research commercialisation, and stakeholder engagement across the university sector to play a key role in growing engagement with konfer — NCUB’s innovative digital platform connecting universities, businesses, and research opportunities across the UK.

Working closely with the Director of Strategic Networks, you’ll build and strengthen relationships with universities and research institutions, helping them maximise the value of konfer while promoting collaboration between academia and industry.

We’re particularly keen to hear from candidates who:

• Have experience in knowledge exchange, research commercialisation, or business development in universities

• Are confident engaging senior academic and institutional stakeholders

• Have strong presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills

• Understand digital platforms or systems supporting research collaboration

If you enjoy working at the intersection of universities, innovation, and industry collaboration, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a small, collaborative, and mission-driven organisation making a real impact.

How to apply

🗓 Application deadline: 23 February 2026

(Please note: recruitment may close early if a suitable candidate is found.)

• To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to: simone@memcom.org.uk

We look forward to receiving your application!