Oxford Innovation
Business Growth Manager
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At Oxford Innovation Space
At Oxford Innovation Space, we create and manage inspiring workspaces where ambitious businesses can thrive. With over 35 years of experience and a growing network of innovation centres across the UK and Ireland, we support more than 1,000 SMEs across 35+ locations.
Our centres are more than just buildings - they’re buzzing communities of entrepreneurs, creators, and changemakers. We’re excited to announce a vacancy for a Business Growth Manager to join our brand-new state-of-the-art innovation hub.
Location
Located in the heart of Workington, the Centre offers flexible, high-quality workspace, meeting and event facilities, and tailored business support. With sustainability at its core, the Centre plays a key role in driving innovation, attracting talent, and supporting the growth of the West Cumbrian economy.
[Find out more about Workington Innovation Centre here](Workington Innovation Centre | Rent Offices, Coworking & Workshops)
Role Details
This role is part-time (22.5hrs per week) and we’re happy to discuss suitable working patterns as part of the interview process.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Business Growth Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting the growth and success of SMEs within the centre. You will:
- Deliver high-quality strategic business and innovation support to resident businesses.
- Work closely with the Centre Director to attract innovation-driven enterprises and build a strong sales pipeline.
- Develop and coordinate a programme of events, workshops, and community engagement activities.
- Build relationships with local stakeholders, including our client, Cumberland Council, universities, and business support networks.
- Measure and report impact, track customer progress, and contribute to stakeholder reporting.
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What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone who’s strategic and relationship-driven. You’ll bring:
- Experience supporting SMEs and delivering business support in a commercial or innovation environment.
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
- Understanding of economic development and the role of innovation centres.
- Experience in account management, strategic partnerships, and community development.
- A proactive, collaborative mindset with a passion for helping businesses grow.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We offer more than just a job - we offer a place where you can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful. Here’s what you can expect:
- Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum, pro rata, depending on experience, plus discretionary bonus.
- Time off: 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays.
- Flexible benefits: Options to swap salary for extra benefits, including additional holiday.
- Wellbeing: Wellbeing days, Employee Assistance Programme, and health resources.
- Perks: Discounts on high street brands, EV leasing, cycle to work scheme, and more.
- Development: Full induction, buddy system, and ongoing learning opportunities.
- Culture: A supportive, inclusive team that values your voice and ideas.
- Purpose: A chance to make a real difference in the lives of entrepreneurs and growing businesses.
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If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply’ to join us as our new Business Growth Manager.
Got questions? Reach out - we’re happy to chat.
We’re Committed to Inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply - you might be just the person we’re looking for.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we’ve received sufficient applications, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
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