Knowledge Transfer Manager – Energy Systems & Built Environment

About the Energy Systems & Built Environment Team

The Clean Energy and Built Environment team is at the forefront of driving the UK’s Net Zero ambitions. We partner with businesses and innovators across the energy and built environment sectors, accelerating the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies that facilitate the transition to Net Zero. We cover various technical areas, including energy systems, renewable energy generation, nuclear energy, energy distribution and storage, industrial decarbonization, modern construction techniques, sustainable building practices, and large-scale infrastructure.

Purpose of the Role

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering programs that foster innovation in our integrated energy system. Your focus will likely include smart, local, and community grid systems, renewable energy generation and storage solutions (like hydrogen and batteries), and the crucial integration of energy within the built environment—encompassing heating and cooling solutions.

We are looking for a team player who excels in interpersonal interactions, collaborating with colleagues across various sector teams and different parts of the organisation. With exceptional communication skills, you should feel confident engaging with a wide array of stakeholders from industry, research, and government, ideally bringing some existing contacts within these groups. Strong organisational abilities and a solid grasp of project management principles are also essential.

The ideal candidate will possess a technical background with expertise in energy systems or built environment sectors. You should have a keen awareness of the challenges and opportunities that arise as we move towards a Net Zero and low-carbon future. Experience within one of the identified sectors would be a significant advantage. Moreover, you’ll have the chance to work cross-sectorally, supporting the Innovation Exchange programme.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Be an effective team member supporting innovation and business growth in the clean energy and built environment sectors, with a focus on energy systems.
• Contribute to the ongoing delivery of the Innovation Exchange initiative.
• Help establish and maintain a vibrant and engaged community of innovators in the UK, within the specific target sectors or technology areas.
• Work directly with companies facilitating new connections and collaborations as well as providing access to funding and investment opportunities.
• Encourage businesses to engage with UK research and innovation assets, including Catapults and Research Centres, and connect with business communities through our networks and development projects.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including conducting regular company visits.
• Identify critical areas of significance for the UK economy, such as specific themes or emerging potentials within the Clean Energy and Built Environment sectors.
• Deliver key business metrics as agreed with the line manager, track progress, and capture outcomes and success stories.
• Assist in organising key programme activities and events relevant to industry sectors or strategic technologies.
• Facilitate networking within and across various communities.
• Engage with Innovate UK Business Connect to stimulate collaboration across sectors and support colleagues.
• Fulfil reporting obligations aligned with Innovate UK Business Connect goals for impact measurement.
• Seek out new opportunities that can support specific projects and future initiatives.

Experience & Skills

Essential Experience

• Degree level or equivalent technical background in energy systems, energy generation or energy storage
• Experience working inside and an understanding of the energy sector
• Experience in stakeholder engagement
• Experience in project management
• Experience in written and verbal technical communication

Desirable Experience

• Demonstrably active and engaged within the innovation and sector landscape
• Awareness of government policies, research, and innovation strategies

Skills

• Adaptability and openness to work in new emerging business niches and across other relevant business sectors
• Results oriented and demonstrated delivery capability including for complex projects
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate confidently and build effective relationships

Benefits & how to apply

• Salary £35,926 to £42,000 pa
• 28 days annual leave plus 10.5 bank and public holidays
• Enhanced Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wider Wallet employee benefits high street discounts scheme
• Opportunities for continuous professional development as part of our Talent & Development Programme

This advert will close on Friday 4th April.

First stage interviews will be held w/c 14th April.

Second stage interviews will be held w/c 21st April.

Please apply by submitting a tailored cover letter outlining your suitability with specifics relating to the requirements of the role, and your CV outlining your experience.

Applicants must have the existing and ongoing right to work in the UK without restrictions as sponsorship for visas is not provided. Unfortunately, owing to the high number of applications received, we can only provide feedback to applicants selected for interview.

This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact the Recruitment Team by email at recruitment@iukbc.org.uk.

Innovate UK Business Connect strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of colour, LGBTQ+ community, women, disabled people, people of any age or family status. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to removing barriers for individuals with conditions, illnesses or disabilities and we will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, and in their future role.

If you would like to request any reasonable adjustment, for any part of the recruitment process (including application), please let us know by emailing recruitment@iukbc.org.uk

About Innovate UK Business Connect

We connect ideas, people, and communities to drive innovation that changes lives.

Innovation is complex. The journey from idea to market is not straightforward and requires a diverse range of know-how, investment, market knowledge and research. Innovate UK Business Connect exists to connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking – accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions.

The future holds both challenges and opportunities. We are passionate about working with innovative businesses to overcome these challenges and shape the opportunities and solutions that follow.

Our vision is to create a network of innovators so powerful its ideas will change the world.

While business is at the heart of our work, our diverse connections span government, funders, research and the third sector. This unrivalled overview and connectivity enable us to be a trusted guide through a complex global landscape of research, development, and innovation.