Surrey Venture Studio Manager

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. 

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

We would consider applications for full time and part-time hours.

The role

We are seeking a Surrey Venture Studio (SVS) Manager to lead the development and delivery of the Surrey Venture Studio (SVS), a pre-incubation programme supporting early-stage academic and community-led ventures across the University of Surrey, UCA, and Royal Holloway. 

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a flagship innovation programme that helps turn ideas into real-world impact. As Surrey Venture Studio Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting early-stage ventures to succeed.

In this role, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership for SVS, aligning with regional innovation priorities.
• Design and deliver high-quality workshops, bootcamps, and events.
• Oversee the full programme lifecycle, from participant recruitment to showcase events.
• Manage Catalyst Grant governance and ensure compliance with funding conditions.
• Build strong relationships with Entrepreneurs-in-Residence, mentors, Tech Transfer Offices, and external partners.
• Report to the Surrey Innovation Board and maintain audit-ready documentation.

About you

You will bring:

• Proven experience in programme or project management, including budget oversight.
• Expertise in designing and delivering innovation programmes or ecosystems.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and make strategic decisions in complex environments.

How to apply

Should you wish to apply for this vacancy, please complete the application on the University website, with a CV and Cover Letter, outlining your suitability for the role.

If you have any informal enquiries, please contact Charlotte Watson, Operations & Relationship Manager (c.watson@surrey.ac.uk).

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th December.

Further details

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'Apply' button above.
 
In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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