West Cambridge | Between £38,205 - £40,521 | Hybrid 2-3 days a week in office

12-month fixed term contract (possibility of extension)

What if your next role could connect groundbreaking ideas with global impact? Step into the world of consultancy with Cambridge Enterprise.

Why you will love this role:

Imagine being at the forefront of innovation, where every day you connect brilliant minds with opportunities to make real-world impact. As a Commercialisation Associate in the Consultancy team, you'll navigate the dynamic world of consultancy, helping University experts share their knowledge with industries, charities, and governments.

You'll be the linchpin in drafting and negotiating contracts that enable University staff, researchers, and academics to use their expertise to help solve some of the key issues of our time. You will also manage the commercial aspects of your consultancy portfolio by taking care of invoicing, payment and ensuring the money is distributed appropriately.

What’s in it for you? A front-row seat to the latest in academia, a chance to hone your negotiation skills, and the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a difference—all while growing in a supportive, innovative environment.

We are open to discussing part time at 80% for the right candidate.

What we're looking for:

• A passion for innovation: You're excited about the potential of research to change the world.
• Strong communication skills: You can build relationships, negotiate effectively, and can work with tact, courtesy and discretion.
• Commercial acumen: You have a keen business sense and understand the principles of commercialization.
• Attention to detail: You're organized and meticulous, ensuring that every contract and agreement is watertight.
• Problem-solving skills: You are able to think analytically, assess risk, make decisions, and take action
• Teamwork: You can manage your own workload, but you're also a collaborative individual who can work effectively with researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors.

Nice to have:

• Experience in a customer-facing role.
• Experience working in a university or Higher Education environment supporting academics.
• Prior experience negotiating or drafting legal contracts.
• Familiarity with CRM systems like Dynamics.

Diversity and equality matter:

These are our ideal requirements, but we know some people are less likely to apply for the role unless they are 100% qualified. At Cambridge Enterprise, we promote a diverse, inclusive and empowering culture, so please apply if you meet the majority of the job requirements.

If you have any questions about the interview process, or if you need any reasonable adjustments, please don’t hesitate to contact Ian, Gemma or Michelle at people@enterprise.cam.ac.uk

Why Cambridge Enterprise?

We are at the heart of Europe's most successful research and technology cluster and we're on a mission to bring innovation to life, making a difference to society, the UK economy, and the University of Cambridge. We connect the innovative minds of the University’s academics with the funding, start-up expertise and commercial relationships they need to help their ideas thrive.

Our success stories include an electric vehicle charging technology that's as convenient as filling up with petrol, a programme to prevent ideological extremism, and the world's first treatment for a rare cause of blindness. Now, we need a Commercialisation Associate to join our team at our vibrant West Cambridge site.

Perks at a glance:

• 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Class-leading Bupa private medical insurance
• Hybrid role with genuine flexible working – including work from abroad for up to 30 days a year in most roles
• Generous University pension scheme.
• A commitment to personal development including LinkedIn learning.
• Family-friendly policies (including enhanced parental leave & childcare benefits, fertility leave, and pregnancy loss leave)
• Mental health and well-being support including access to free counselling.
• Retail and travel discounts.

Key dates:

Closing date: 24th November
First interviews: 3rd December
Second interviews: 10th December