Science Park Manager - NETPark
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
23/09/2022
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 23/10/2022 23:59
Salary:
Grade 12 £37,568 to £41,591 (pay award pending)
Job Category:
Regeneration/ Economic Development
Employment Location:
NETPark Technology Park, Sedgefield
Further Information
**PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ADVERT HAS BEEN EXTENDED WITH NEW CLOSING AND INTERVIEW DATES **
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a NETPark Manager who will actively manage and be responsible for the day-to-day operation of NETPark, the Region’s premier science park.
Why us?
NETPark is a premier UK science park in Sedgefield, County Durham, currently home to over 40 companies employing over 600 people. We provide the right mix of infrastructure, collaborative opportunities and support for science, engineering and technology companies. We support innovative businesses at every stage of their journey from concept to commercialisation with a wide choice of world-class laboratory, clean room and office space.
We are the only UK Science Park with two National Catapult Centres – The High Value Manufacturing Catapult, managed by CPI and North East Centre of Excellence for Satellite Applications managed by Business Durham.
With Phases 1 and 2 fully occupied, NETPark is expanding again to provide both grow-on space for existing tenants and new opportunities for inward investors keen to relocate their businesses to this nationally important science and technology park.
You can find out more about NETPark at out dedicated website:
https://www.northeasttechnologypark.com/
What’s involved?
You will actively manage and be responsible for the day-to-day operation and security of NETPark. This will involve responding to enquiries; providing appropriate support, advice and guidance to NETPark businesses; ensuring the effective operation of the NETPark buildings; and assisting in the future development of NETPark. Please review the attached job description for further information regarding the role.
What you will need
You should hold a Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, e.g Business and Finance and/or be able to able to demonstrate extensive relevant experience. Substantial experience of developing business and managing relationships is essential. Please review the attached person specification for further information.
Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge as stated on the person specification. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be shortlisted.
The Rewards:
We want to be sure that every member of staff feels valued and rewarded for their individual contribution, we also want to be an employer of choice and attract top talent from across the region.
We offer competitive salaries, with opportunity for incremental annual increases until you reach the top of your pay scale.
Employees also have access to a huge range of benefits, including:
• Pension scheme
• Holiday entitlement of 26 days per year, rising to 31 days after five years continuous local government service.
• Wellbeing support
• A number of salary sacrifice schemes (including car and cycle) and access to employee discounts on goods, services, and travel.
• Various flexible working options
• and much more…
If you’d like to know more about our rewards and benefits package, please follow the link below:
https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits
Interview date:
Interviews are scheduled to be held on Wednesday 19 October 2022. (The advert has been extended and therefore interviews will be held w/c 7 November 2022).
For further information regarding the post, please contact Peter McDowell, Business Durham Property Director on 03000 265506 / 07946483571 or via email at peter.mcdowell@durham.gov.uk
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.
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In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short-listing purposes.
Apply on-line or for further assistance contact the Payroll & Employee Services on 03000 264469/266838 or email PESREG@durham.gov.uk
Please note
This job is closed for applications.