DESCRIPTION

Innovate UK Business Connect is on the lookout for a results-driven individual with a technical background in battery systems. This is a fantastic opportunity for a short term position within our dedicated Clean Energy and Built Environment team.
Our team is at the forefront of driving the UK’s Net Zero ambitions. We partner with businesses and innovators across the energy and built environment sectors, accelerating the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies that facilitate the transition to Net Zero. We cover various technical areas, including energy systems, renewable energy generation, nuclear energy, energy distribution and storage, industrial decarbonization, modern construction techniques, sustainable building practices, and large-scale infrastructure.
In this role, you will support in delivering programs that foster innovation across the battery supply chain. We’re looking for a team player who excels in collaborating with colleagues across various sector teams and different parts of the organisation. With excellent communication skills, you should feel confident engaging with a wide array of stakeholders from industry, research, and government. Strong organisational abilities and a solid grasp of project management principles will be beneficial.
The ideal candidate will possess a technical background with expertise in battery systems.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

• Degree level or equivalent technical background in battery systems.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience in stakeholder management.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

• Experience in written and verbal technical communication.

SKILLS

• Adaptability and openness to work in new emerging business niches.
• Results oriented and demonstrated delivery capability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate confidently and build effective relationships.
• Team player with good relationship building and influencing skills; enjoys working in a collaborative manner in an open, honest, and diverse environment.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively across multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders, explaining complicated matters simply.
• High level of IT literacy.

• Support the delivery and organisation of a range of programme activities including events, workshops, podcasts, articles, newsletters etc.
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders as required to support delivery of the work.
• Be an effective team member supporting innovation and business growth across the battery supply chain.
• Work directly with companies facilitating new connections and collaborations as well as providing access to funding and investment opportunities.
• Deliver key business metrics as agreed with the line manager, track progress, and capture outcomes and success stories.
• Facilitate networking within and across various battery-based communities.
• Undertake necessary administrative duties including the timely completion of accurate reports, KPI capture and expenses.