Commercial Services Officer

An exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and creative team, supporting colleagues across the University by providing contractual, costing and industry liaison to drive commercial activity through excellent customer service. If you have an eye for detail, time management and excellent communication skills, this is the ideal role for you.
Our team is based within Research and Knowledge Exchange at the centre of the University, and day to day you will be working with an enthusiastic team of business engagement and development colleagues who continuously strive for opportunities and growth., You will become the "go to" individual in the organization within your area, providing expert external client support and internal advice and guidance. You will take a hands-on, pivotal role in the delivery of internal processes and policies and the guardian of institutional policy and processes in practice. Success comes in the successful delivery of all aspects of the contracting process including due diligence, scoping, costing and contracting process, to the point of commercial delivery. A key highlight of this role is the opportunity to work with academic colleagues who are at the forefront of innovation in their specialist fields.
A bit about our Department
The Directorate of Research and Knowledge Exchange supports the integration of Research and Enterprise activity towards a singular integrated approach to Industry collaboration, and to continue to respond to the external knowledge exchange and research drivers of the UK Government and local Innovation Strategies and Global Challenges.
As a member of the Directorate the successful candidate will join a team who collectively support the development of a pervasive research and enterprise culture, enhancing our industry collaboration activities and driving enterprise and research income and increasing capable capacity. Our success is measured by the multidisciplinary, mutually beneficial nature of this work, for the benefit of our students and campus culture, making Salford the place to create, collaborate, learn and launch a career.

Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
Generous annual leave - An impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and hybrid working, typically with 3 days on campus, subject to business requirements.
Professional development - a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.
Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives.
The perks! MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.
Wellbeing - your wellbeing is our priority. We have a wide range of dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health.
Team Salford - By joining us, you can be part of our ambitious journey and help make a real difference to the people and communities we support.
Become unstoppable - apply today!