IP and Commercialisation Manager

Job Description

About the Role

The University is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property (IP) and Commercialisation Manager to manage and deliver a portfolio of enterprise and innovation projects.

You will play a key role within the Innovation and Business Partnerships team, providing specialist IP support to academic staff and students. Core responsibilities include:

Advising on intellectual property rights (patents, trademarks, copyrights, etc.)
Reviewing and assessing new IP disclosures
Conducting IP due diligence in research collaborations
Developing commercialisation and exploitation strategies
Liaising with external patent attorneys and legal advisors
Supporting the negotiation of licensing and commercial agreements
Delivering IP training and awareness sessions
Supporting the commercialisation of research outputs

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

Experience in IP commercialisation within a university, research organisation, or industry
Knowledge of UK intellectual property law and technology transfer
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Experience with IP databases, patent searching, and analysis
Understanding of licensing, contracts, and deal-making processes
Ability to manage workload independently and contribute to team delivery

A qualification in IP law or technology transfer (or equivalent experience) is desirable.

About the Division

The Research and Innovation Division supports the development of new knowledge, ideas, and real-world solutions. It operates in a dynamic environment, handling hundreds of research bids and projects annually.

Why Join?

Work in a leading UK research university
Beautiful campus near the South Downs
Strong focus on innovation and collaboration
Access to staff benefits and development opportunities
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

Visa and Eligibility Information

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Applicants should review:

Skilled Worker visa guidance
Skilled Worker salary requirements
General UK work visa overview

The applicable SOC code is 3549 (Business Associate Professionals), and eligibility depends on meeting salary and points-based requirements.

Employment and Workplace Rights

Applicants may also find the following resources helpful:

Employment contracts and rights
Equality and diversity in the workplace

Additional Information

Interviews: In person (date to be confirmed)
Start date: As soon as possible

The University encourages applications from underrepresented groups and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment.