Wallingford, Wallingford, Oxfordshire OX10, UK
Research Councils UK
Business Development Manager
Based in Wallingford
Permanent - Salary up to £40k per annum
The Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (CEH) is part of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and is the UK's Centre of Excellence for integrated research in terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems and their interaction with the atmosphere. Working in partnership with the research community, policy makers, industry and society, CEH undertakes cutting edge research to deliver world class solutions to the most complex environmental challenges facing humankind. CEH has an annual turnover of £35 million, and employs staff across four sites; the headquarters is at Wallingford with further sites at Bangor, Edinburgh and Lancaster.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who combines water sector relevant scientific knowledge with business development acumen to join us as one of one of three Business Development Managers within CEH. Your role will be key to supporting the organisation in securing competitively won income from a range of existing, and prospective sources, during an exciting period of organizational change, and against a background of shifting external funding landscapes. We are seeking an individual with experience in the water and water-related environmental sectors (Water Resources Management, including availability, quality, and hydrological extremes). You will ideally possess some knowledge and experience of international markets, although candidates without international experience, but who otherwise meet the criteria, will also be considered.
Additional Information
In addition NERC offer a public sector pension scheme, 30 days' annual leave and 10½ days' public and privilege holiday per annum. We offer a flexible and supportive working environment and will encourage your continuing professional development as part of our career support. NERC has an equal opportunities policy and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. People with disabilities and those from ethnic minorities are currently under represented and their applications are particularly welcomed. Guaranteed interview scheme for applicants with disabilities.
Closing date: 12th October 2016
Interview Date: 2nd November 2016