"In-Path Relationship Manager"

Research & Innovation

£46,461 - £58,766 per annum
Fixed term ending 31st March 2029
37 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive and highly motivated individual to support the delivery of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority Innovation Pathways (In-Path) programme.

The In-Path Relationship Manager will play a key role in facilitating collaboration and building partnerships between the University and innovative companies working in the health and wellbeing sector. Working within the Research and Innovation Directorate at the University and working alongside three other Relationship Managers across West Yorkshire, you will bring a range of skills, knowledge and expertise to help accelerate business innovation and growth.

The successful candidate will have exceptional stakeholder management experience, with the ability to ascertain and understand individual business needs and challenges. In addition, you will have thorough knowledge of appropriate opportunities and interventions which support academic and industry engagement and collaboration, alongside a robust understanding of the regional landscape and funding ecosystem.

We offer an excellent employment package including hybrid working, blending a mix of remote and on-campus working (dependent on work duties).

The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity for all its students and staff. We seek to be diverse and inclusive, supporting individuals and groups to fulfil their potential and nurture a sense of belonging. We strive to be an accessible, inclusive employer, removing barriers for all. Find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitments and accreditations as a Disability Confident Employer, Stonewall Gold Award holder and Top 100 Employer, Athena SWAN Bronze Award holder and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award holder.

Informal enquiries are welcome to Carson McCombe, Head of Innovation, via G.C.McCombe2@Hud.ac.uk

Closing date: 12th February 2026

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