Consultancy Services Manager: University of Bristol

The role

An 0.6FTE (21 hrs/pw) vacancy until 31/3/2025

The Consultancy Services Manager will implement and lead on the new centralised consultancy support service that has been piloted during 2021-22. This varied and interesting role facilitates the development of consultancy projects between researchers and organisations beyond the university –  from inception to completion of the agreement.

Based in a team that supports the development of impact from research through multiple routes, the role-holder will communicate the service to university academics and potential clients through active networking as well as speaking at events.

What will you be doing?

This exciting new function facilitates all aspects of cutting-edge academic consultancy projects efficiently and responsively, providing administrative, contracting and pricing support to staff wishing to consult to external parties. The role will continue to develop and implement new systems and processes, building on the pilot, undertake the change management required, and manage the systems and personnel, including: 

• Leading the new centralised consultancy support service, including monitoring and managing throughput, barriers and staff satisfaction; 
• Developing, maintaining and managing relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally regarding consultancy support; 
• Delivering substantial growth in consultancy projects and income, outlined in a business plan produced during the pilot, and develop strategies for future growth. 
• Developing and evolving processes for providing consultancy support services, including work flows, contract and application templates and approvals processes; 
• Implementing the new processes across the university, within academic Faculties and Professional Services team.

You should apply if

• You are a good communicator and negotiator;
• You have strong problem-solving skills and logical analytical skills;
• You have excellent organisational and project management skills;
• You have experience of drafting, reviewing and / or negotiating contracts;
• You understand the key aspects of financial management, preferably in a higher education setting

For any informal enquiries please contact Lisa Kehoe, Head of Impact Development; lisa.kehoe@bristol.ac.uk