Business Realtionship Officer Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Closing Date: 23:59 GMT, 5th June 2025
Interviews: 16th June 2025

Sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route (SWR) may be possible for this role based on the applicable SOC code. Applicants considering the SWR should ensure they meet the points requirement before applying. For more details, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University of Reading is committed to ensuring its research brings significant economic and societal benefits. In response to the strategic direction set by the Government and key funders, the University aims to maximize its contribution to the local community, the nation, and the global stage.

This initiative builds on the University’s established strength in working with businesses and non-academic organisations. The University is currently expanding its efforts through an ambitious programme of growth.

The Business Relationship Officer role is based within the Knowledge Exchange & External Partnerships (KEEP) team, which leads the University’s collaborations with non-academic organisations under the umbrella of Knowledge Exchange (KE).

In this role, you will work alongside KEEP and other University teams to contribute to several key areas:

• Identifying, developing, and managing new business contacts and business intelligence.
• Creating and delivering internal training programmes to help academics and external business partners collaborate effectively.
• Ensuring the successful operation of Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) projects.
• Promoting collaboration with the wider Research Engagement & Innovation Office (REIO), priority academic departments, and other key professional services.

Team Structure:
The role is part of the Knowledge Exchange & External Partnerships (KEEP) team within the Research Engagement & Innovation Office (REIO). KEEP consists of four key teams: Business Relationship Management, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, Commercialisation, and Consultancy, with a broader scope across Knowledge Exchange activities. This role will primarily focus on collaborating with the Business Relationship Management and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships teams.

Contact Information:

• Dr Guy Hembury
  Director, Knowledge Exchange, Commercialisation & Partnerships
  Email: g.a.hembury@reading.ac.uk
• Dr Fiona McLachlan
  Business Relationship Manager
  Email: f.mclachlan@reading.ac.uk

The University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We support the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, the Race Equality Charter, and advocate for LGBT+ equality. We are also a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are encouraged and will be considered based on business needs.