Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better.

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The Institute has cross-disciplinarity at its core; we bring researchers in mathematics and theoretical computer science, statistics and machine learning, algorithms for data analytics and distributed computing, computational social science and data ethics, software engineers and industry partners, to work together in an open and collaborative environment with a shared goal to generate world-class research in data science and artificial intelligence.

The Institute is motivated by driving impact, both through theoretical development and application to real-world problems. We have identified a growing number of priority domains to focus our translational research which include data-centric engineering; defence and security; urban analytics; computing technology; financial services; and health, with artificial intelligence informing work across the Institute. We have attracted strategic partnerships with a broad range of data science and AI users including Lloyd’s Register Foundation, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Accenture, the UK Government Defence and Security, the Office of National Statistics, The National Air Traffic Service, Singapore Defence & Security Organisation and Roche. We have also announced a number of project collaborations with businesses, government departments and charities.

We invite you to join us as we grow our capability, supporting our goal to develop the next generation of data science and artificial intelligence, shape the public conversation, and push the boundaries of this new science for the public good.

PARTNERSHIPS AND GRANTS

The Turing Partnerships Team is part of the Research Delivery function of the Alan Turing Institute, which also includes the Programme Management Unit (PMU) and the Research Engineering Group (REG). The Turing Partnerships Team aims to: a) Develop productive partnerships that will enable the greatest economic and societal impact for the Institute; b) Attract resources to support and provide sustainability to the Institute in delivering its vision and ambition; c) Innovate through new and established levers and modes of collaboration; d) Work with researchers to demonstrate value to partners to unlock return business; e) Qualify all in-bound opportunities for partnership and sponsorship, in line with core principles and strategic priorities and; f) Enable the voice of ‘users’ to be heard within the Institute. The Turing Partnerships Team works collaboratively with all key Turing staff and researchers to deliver its goals.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Partnership Development Lead (PDL) will secure collaborative research and innovation funding for the Institute to drive forward advances in data science and artificial intelligence in order to change the world for the better. The PDL will report to the Institute’s Director of Partnerships, who oversees acquisition of Partnerships for the Institute, and will work closely with: Prospective partners from industry, government and the third sector; Prospective third-party funders such as UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), government departments, foundations and charities; Other Turing PDLs and Partnership Development Managers (PDMs); the Turing PMU, REG Team and other Turing Teams (including Finance, HR, Legal, Training, Academic Engagement, Events Communications). There are particular opportunities to grow the Turing portfolio of partnerships in Defence & Security, which is one of the Grand Challenges announced in the recently published Turing 2.0 strategy.

DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Identify and assess opportunities to secure tens of millions of pounds of funding for the Institute’s data science and AI research.
• Ensure close alignment between the mission and strategy of the Institute and the qualification and selection of prospective funders.
• Manage multiple prospects, bids, and proposals, building a pipeline of opportunities.
• Contribute to, and often lead on, the development of value propositions to sponsors, funders and partners (new and existing)
• Negotiate agreements and contracts, which will mean reviewing, advising, and commenting on drafts of contracts.
• Line manage one Partnership Development Manager
• Ensure collaborations comply with Institute policies.
• Ensure collaborations are financially sustainable by costing up proposals using guidelines and working closely with finance business partners.
• Maintain good records, prepare progress reports and updates for various stakeholders such as senior leadership, Board of Trustees, and university partners.
• Promote the Institute to its current sponsors, partners, and potential partners.
• Monitor trends in funding sources, in the UK and overseas, and adapt funding and partnership approach.
• Contribute the continuous improvement of the Institute.

• Experience in partnership development, business development or account management experience, in either the private sector, public sector or third sector.
• Recent practical experience of successfully drafting, negotiating, and concluding complex contracts
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present arguments in a clear and concise way.
• Collaborates with others to meet deadlines and joint objectives by ensuring dissemination of information in the right format to the right people at the right time. Builds relationships and contacts to facilitate future exchange of information.
• Ability to lead and develop cross organisational networks and groups in order to influence developments and work collaboratively on issues impacting the organisation as a whole.
• Ability to lead, oversee and monitor progress of key deliverables and timescales through probation/appraisal and takes appropriate action to deal with any issues or problems.
• Ability to manages time and resources effectively; can routinely monitor and review progress to ensure effective working of self and others.

Please see the Job description for a full breakdown of the duties and responsibilities as well as the person specification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click the apply button below. You will need to register on the applicant portal and complete the application form including your CV and covering letter. If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please contact us on 020 3862 3533 or 0203 862 3516, or email [email protected] .

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Sunday 18th June 2023 at 23:59

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This post is offered on a permanent basis, either part time (minimum 0.5 FTE) or full time. The annual salary is £62,666 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, https://www.turing.ac.uk/work-turing/why-work-turing/employee-benefits

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If you are an internal applicant and wish to apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter directly to [email protected] and your application will be considered.

The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter. We expect staff to come to our office at least 4 days per month. Some roles may require more days in the office; the hiring manager will be able to confirm this during the interview.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

The Alan Turing Institute is committed to creating an environment where diversity is valued, and everyone is treated fairly. In accordance with the Equality Act, we welcome applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive. This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us at [email protected] to find out how we can assist you.

Please note all offers of employment are subject to obtaining and retaining the right to work in the UK and satisfactory pre- employment security screening which includes a DBS Check.

Full details on the pre-employment screening process can be requested from [email protected].