About the role:
Do you want to shape the future of entrepreneurship at one of the world’s leading universities?
We are seeking an exceptional Innovation and Entrepreneurship Manager to ensure that Imperial’s entrepreneurial community has access to the right expertise and support at the right time; working closely with a talented network of over 170 mentors and experts who support Imperial founders and innovators.
Imperial Enterprise Lab is the front door to entrepreneurship at Imperial College London, building a visible, inclusive and high-energy community that inspires students, researchers and alumni to explore entrepreneurship, develop their ideas and launch impactful ventures.
What you would be doing:
As Innovation & Entrepreneurship Manager you will be responsible for supporting the growth and continued evolution of two flagship initiatives that support Imperial’s entrepreneurial community. You will manage the planning and delivery of Imperial Venture Mentoring (IVM) and oversee the day-to-day operations of Experts-in- Residence (XiR).
You will work closely with the Ventures Team in Enterprise Lab, who help founders grow successful businesses through access to the right expert networks, including investors, resources, training and a peer-to-peer founder community.
What we are looking for:
- Experience of working in the area of innovation and entrepreneurship support; supporting early-stage founders.
- Well-developed project management, organisation, and coordination skills with a strong, independently driven delivery focus.
- Strong relationship building skills conducive both to informal team environments as well as formal structures.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, listening and written) with experience in customer facing roles, capable of quickly building rapport and the ability to draw out feedback.
What we can offer you:
- The opportunity to shape entrepreneurship support and impact at a globally recognised university.
- The chance to work with ambitious students, researchers, founders, investors and partners solving real-world challenges.
- Personal Development budget is provided for each member of the Enterprise Lab team.
- Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
- Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further Information
Interviews expected week commencing 2nd November 2026.
This is a full-time, fixed term maternity cover up to 12 months. Secondment welcome.
If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Olivia Brown o.brown@imperial.ac.uk
