University of Bath

Fifty years of achievement have seen the University of Bath grow into a globally recognised institution with over 19,000 students from 147 countries. We believe in offering our students a well-rounded education: high quality teaching from research-led academics; placements as an integral part of our undergraduate courses, in turn supporting strong employability; a substantial and growing range of options for post-graduate study; and extra-curricular activities such as our award- winning sports facilities. The result: a very engaged, high-quality student body with strong values, impressive achievements, and excellent levels of student satisfaction. We were named the ‘University of the Year’ and ranked 8th best university in the UK by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023. The University also makes a positive contribution to our community and the vigour of our local economy, accounting for around £380 million Gross Value Added (GVA) in Bath and North East Somerset and £1.2 billion to the UK. We work closely with globally recognised as well as small and specialised industrial partners and our Innovation Centre grows new businesses.

We are now looking to appoint a Director of Commercial Enterprise in a new and pivotal role for Bath. As the University continues to expand its footprint – both geographically and operationally – through developments such as the Bath Bristol Science Park (IAAPS) and The Innovation Centre for Applied Sustainable Technologies (iCAST), we are looking for a Director to bring commercial focus to the development of income generation opportunities, identifying and driving new initiatives that have clear business objectives and ensuring that they are effectively, efficiently, and profitably operated. The Director will work in close partnership with senior leaders across the University, including the Pro-Vice Chancellors and Deputy Vice Chancellor and will report to the COO.

Strong candidates for the role will bring an outstanding track record of developing and growing commercial portfolios within a complex organisation. They will need the vision to identify opportunities that are strategically aligned to the university, the acumen to ensure they are commercially sound, and the confidence to advise and engage with senior colleagues, while playing a coordinating role in the delivery of these initiatives working with diverse groups of colleagues across the University. Experience of working within a Higher Education institution is not necessary, but candidates will need to demonstrate a strong alignment with our mission and values and the ability to work successfully in an intellectually-driven environment.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the University of Bath on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference IAVXC. Alternatively telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by noon on 23 June 2023.