Knowledge Exchange Policy & Governance Officer

About us

UCL Innovation & Enterprise (I&E) brings together specialist teams that work with students, academics and external partners to accelerate innovation, enterprise and real-world impact.

At the heart of UCL’s mission to create positive change through research, innovation and knowledge exchange, we develop policy, partnerships and collaborative initiatives that embed knowledge exchange across the university and create an environment where innovation can thrive.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape how knowledge exchange and innovation (KEI) is governed and delivered across UCL.

As Knowledge Exchange Policy & Governance Officer, you will support the development and implementation of policy and governance frameworks that enable KEI activity across the institution. Working closely with the KE Policy Manager, you will help translate strategic priorities into practical policies, processes and guidance that support a culture of KEI excellence. You will also contribute to embedding consistent governance approaches across UCL.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the development, implementation and continuous improvement of KEI policies and governance frameworks
• Conducting research, analysis and benchmarking to inform policy development and decision-making
• Producing clear guidance, communications and training materials to support policy adoption
• Monitoring implementation and evaluating policy effectiveness and impact
• Coordinating engagement with stakeholders across academic and professional services teams

The role offers the opportunity to contribute to cross-institutional KEI initiatives while developing expertise in policy, governance and organisational change within a leading university.

Hybrid working is available, with remote working for part of the week.

About you

You are comfortable working with complex information and turning it into clear, practical recommendations, guidance and communications. You have strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

You will also demonstrate:

• Confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including senior colleagues
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across organisational boundaries
• A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach
• Confidence working in environments with evolving priorities and ambiguity

Experience in policy development, governance, higher education, or innovation and enterprise environments would be advantageous.

Above all, you will share our commitment to supporting UCL’s strategic ambitions in knowledge exchange and innovation through collaboration and continuous improvement.

What we offer

In addition to the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution at UCL, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 41 days’ leave (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days)
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave
• Defined Benefit CARE pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation support for eligible posts
• On-site nursery and gym facilities
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme (Staff Support Service)
• Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits for further details.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As London’s Global University, UCL recognises that diversity drives creativity, innovation and excellence. We are committed to equality of opportunity, fairness, inclusion and creating a community where everyone feels they belong.

We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within UCL’s workforce, including people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, and, for Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.

Customer advert reference: B09-01371

Advert information