Innovation Manager

SECTION: Economic Development & Regeneration

SALARY: £37,163 – £40,313

Pride in our Borough: A Borough that works for everyone

Maidstone Innovation Centre will be a truly dynamic and innovative location for, primarily, businesses in Medtech, LifeScience and Health. It will accommodate 270 jobs and contribute £120m in GVA to the local economy over it’s first 10 years. It is the most ambitious project the Council has undertaken with a high degree of scrutiny and interest in it’s success.

Maidstone Borough Council is seeking an Innovation Manager to manage the centre and the successful applicant will be expected to manage the Innovation Centre and staff to provide a welcoming, supportive and secure environment for businesses to grow and prosper. Overseeing the operation of the Innovation Centre, statutory facilities management responsibilities, ensuring leases are adhered to, challenging income targets and strict compliance to regulatory grant funding requirements.

The post is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund 2014-2020.



Anticipated Start Date: 31 May 2021



The Council considers that all roles should be able to communicate clearly and concisely.



Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.



This is a full-time position on a permanent contract.



For further information or to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please contact Sean Henry, Economic Development Business Centre Co-Ordinator on 01622 602609.

To apply for the position please visit https://www.maidstone.gov.uk/jobs and complete the online application form or by phone on 01622 602555

Closing Date: Monday 5 April 2021



Interview Date: Tuesday 20 April 2021



Council Benefits: career average pension scheme, professional fee payment, flexible working (including opportunities for home working and job share), employee benefits package and generous leave entitlement.