Partnerships Manager Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Location:
Brighton, UK

Hours:
Full-time. Flexible working requests will be considered, subject to business needs.

Salary:
Grade 7, starting from £38,249 to £45,413 per annum (pro rata for part-time roles).

Contract Type:
Permanent

About the Role

The Sussex Centre for Research on Kindness (SCRK) brings together an interdisciplinary team of academics and community partners to explore and promote the role of kindness in society. We are seeking a dynamic Partnerships Manager to support and advance our strategic aims.

As the Partnerships Manager (PMSCRK), you will:

Champion the University’s strategic priorities in line with the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF), focusing on research partnerships, business collaboration, community engagement, and skills development.

Translate SCRK’s research into practical, cross-sector applications, designing engagement initiatives that foster positive behavioral and systemic change.

Grow and diversify funding streams to ensure the sustainability and expansion of the role.

Drive civic and community engagement efforts, aligning projects and partnerships with broader University goals for social and economic impact.

About You

You are a proactive and strategic professional, passionate about embedding kindness across systems, organizations, and communities. You bring:

Demonstrated experience in knowledge exchange, particularly in business engagement or community development.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across sectors and levels of seniority.

A strong understanding of academic research processes, knowledge transfer, and partnership development.

Familiarity with the legal, economic, and policy frameworks governing collaboration with public, private, and third-sector organizations.

Proven project management skills, with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining high standards of delivery.

The role includes travel across the UK to build and maintain external relationships.

About Our Division

The Research and Innovation Division at Sussex is a hub of creativity and impact. We fuel global change through the generation of new knowledge, ideas, and solutions. In the past year alone, we submitted 681 funding bids, secured 230 awards, and launched 227 projects.

Our strategy prioritizes People, Research Strengths, Interdisciplinarity, Integrity, Grant Capture, and International Reputation.

Why Work Here?

The University of Sussex is located next to the beautiful South Downs, just off the A27. Our 150-acre campus offers scenic surroundings and is easily accessible via Falmer train station, local bus routes, and dedicated cycling paths. We support sustainable commuting with a cycle-to-work scheme.

We are a globally recognized, research-intensive university with a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. At Sussex, our people are at the heart of our success—and we invite you to be part of our community.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries, please contact Kate Thorpe at k.thorpe@sussex.ac.uk.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Work Location Requirement: All work must be carried out within the UK.

Visa Sponsorship: This role may be eligible for sponsorship. For more details, visit our Skilled Worker Visa page.

Application Deadline: June 1, 2025, at 5:59 PM
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Duration: Permanent