Engagement director Work, Jobs in Edgbaston, Wmd (with Salaries)

Director (External Engagement) – Sir Peter Rigby Digital Futures Institute (DFI)
Aston University —Birmingham
- £67,280 - £104,712 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- University
- Annual leave
Deputy Director for Change & AI Transformation
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero —Birmingham
- £86,000 - £117,800 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- AI
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
Deputy Director for Transnational Education
Aston University —Birmingham
- £58,225 - £67,468 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Leadership
- Annual leave
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Director of Business Transformation
Faith International Business Development Ltd —Birmingham
- £5,200 - £8,800 a month
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Business development
- In-person
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Flexitime
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13d
Director of Assessment Integrity and Innovation
Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) —Whoberley
- £81,000 a year
- Part-time
- Presentation skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
8d
Director, Operations
Thermo Fisher Scientific —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
Managing Director
Executive —Solihull
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
- Time management
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Deputy Director for Shared Services & Public Bodies
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero —Birmingham
- £86,000 - £117,800 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Presentation skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Associate Director
AtkinsRéalis —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Business
- Communication skills
Associate Director, Social Value
AtkinsRéalis —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- IT
- Communication skills
4d
Head of Driver Policy (job-share)
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency —Birmingham
- £69,501 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
4d
Head of Commercial - Manchester Digital Campus
Government Commercial Function —Birmingham
- £101,000 - £131,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
1d
Assistant Director of Sport – Commercial & Strategic Partnerships (111752-0626)
University of Warwick —Coventry
- University
- Communication skills
Assistant Relationship Director
Shawbrook —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
AECOM Advisory - Senior Director (Defence)
AECOM —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
Head of New Business
BDO —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Sales
- SQL
- Contracts
Strategic Advisor to Midlands, Places for Growth
Cabinet Office —Birmingham
- £57,204 - £63,953 a year
- Part-time
- Presentation skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement Manager - College of Medicine and Health - 107625 - Grade 7
University of Birmingham —Birmingham
- £36,636 - £48,822 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
8d
Head of Student Sport ‎(111687-0626)
University of Warwick —Coventry
- £47,389 - £56,535 a year
- Weekend availability
- University
- Presentation skills
- Continuous improvement
Head of Community
Redditch United Football Club —Redditch
- £28,000 - £40,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Childcare
- Administrative experience
- Project management
- Free parking
- Sick pay
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Director (External Engagement) – Sir Peter Rigby Digital Futures Institute (DFI)

Aston University -
Birmingham

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Job details

Full-time
£67,280 - £104,712 a year

Benefits

On-site gym
Annual leave
Transport links

Full job description

Aston Digital Futures Institute

Location:
Aston University Main Campus

Salary:
£67,280 to £104,712
per annum

Grade:
Band 01

Contract Type:
Permanent

Basis:
Full Time

Closing Date:
23.59 hours BST on Monday 27 July 2026

Interview Date:
Friday 04 September 2026

Reference:
0920-26

Release Date:
Monday 29 June 2026

We are seeking a collaborative and strategically minded leader to lead the external engagement activity of the Sir Peter Rigby Digital Futures Institute (SPR DFI). This is a high-profile opportunity to shape a nationally recognised institute that connects research, innovation, and emerging technologies with real-world industry need.
As Director (External Engagement), you will provide strategic leadership, support sustainable growth, and build effective partnerships across industry, government, and academia. You will help position DFI as an industry-facing institute that delivers practical solutions, market-ready propositions, and meaningful impact.
Working alongside the Director (Academic), you will shape the strategic direction of SPR DFI, develop commercial opportunities, and build strong partnerships that translate research and innovation into practical solutions. The role also requires visible and inclusive leadership across senior stakeholder networks, contribution to regional and national strategy, and effective oversight of delivery, governance, and performance.
You will bring senior leadership experience in industry, applied innovation, or commercial technology environments, together with sound commercial judgement and a proven ability to turn ideas into outcomes. You will be able to build confidence with senior stakeholders, work effectively across academia, industry, and government, and bring a strong commitment to delivery, growth, and impact.
This is a rare opportunity to shape a high-impact institute at the forefront of digital innovation and applied research, influencing strategic partnerships and delivering meaningful economic and societal value.
If you are a strategic and collaborative senior leader with the vision, commercial insight, and inclusive approach to help build a nationally significant institute, we would welcome your application.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Clare Noakes to arrange an informal conversation with Professor Mike Caine, Pro-Vice Chancellor Research & Enterprise.

What we offer:
Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
Hybrid working is possible for this role, which means working both on campus and from home depending on the activity. Further information on hybrid working can be found here .
Excellent training and development opportunities.
A generous annual leave scheme with 31 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family-friendly policies.
On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here .
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual’s lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions.
Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston
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We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.
If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at [email protected]

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