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At Oxford Global, our passion is driving innovation, expertise, and partnership within the life sciences industry. We are on a mission to empower professionals to accelerate research and achieve impactful results through cutting-edge, curated events, industry insights, and educational resources. Join us in shaping the future of the life sciences industry. Oxford Global specialises in supporting solution providers within the life sciences industry with product launches, brand awareness and business development activities. Our diverse portfolio of products & services and areas of expertise within Oxford Global enable us to support companies in content creation & syndication, product marketing and digital & in-person event presence. We are looking for an ambitious, talented and hardworking individual to work closely with key decision makers and senior level management in leading global life science companies to understand their current focuses and identify how we can help in accelerating their marketing & business development efforts. As a Business Development Executive, you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth by identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities. Your focus will be on selling sponsorship packages for our industry-leading conferences, as well as offering digital marketing services and awards dinners in target markets. Your focus will be on getting in front of and fostering relationships with commercial stakeholders and decision-makers from leading solution and service provider companies operating in international markets. You will be also working closely with brand account managers on seamless handoffs of clients as they become our customers. New Business is: • Any company that has not participated in any OG event in the last full three years or more, • Any company that has never sponsored any OG event (could be past attendee of an event) Role Responsibilities: Prospecting & Lead Generation: • Research and identify potential sponsors and exhibitors in target industries., • Maintain an up-to-date database of new business prospects using HubSpot., • Track interactions/tasks, manage pipelines, and work follow-ups., • Ensure inbound New Business leads (MQLs) are promptly contacted and serviced., • Conduct market outreach through calls, emails, and meetings to build a strong pipeline of leads. Deliver compelling presentations and proposals tailored to client needs during both phone and Teams meetings., • Use a multi-touch approach with strategically spaced follow-ups to engage leads over time., • Provide proposals that match client’s requirements and apply agreed pricing models, including early-bird incentives to encourage sign-ups, • Share insights on new business client preferences, content demands to attract more new business., • Report on sales performance, pipeline progress, and revenue expectations in weekly one to ones to the brand director/senior portfolio manager, • Report on KPIs on weekly and monthly basis with the aim to improve new business conversion rates, • Plus: on-site event management at in person events, assisting clients in the exhibition area, collecting feedback, supporting the event manager in all aspects of the event (international travel is required). We are looking for someone with: • Previous 2-4 years’ experience in a B2B sales role, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, • Confidence and an autonomous approach to their work, • A willingness to learn and contribute to the success of a team More about the role: • Salary: £25,000- £45,000 PA (depending upon experience) + commission., • Location: All our roles are hybrid (a mix of remote and in office). Our offices are located on the Botley Road in Oxford, with shops/restaurants within walking distance and easy access into Oxford City Centre., • Job Type: Full time (37.5 hours a week). Top perks: As part of the team at OG, you’ll enjoy: • Flexible/home/remote working – Flexible working and 2 days remote working a week (after induction/on-boarding), • Holidays – Increment of holiday from 24 days up to 28 days per annum plus bank holidays, • One day of paid Birthday leave (on successful completion of probation), • Gym membership – Monthly membership to Brookes Sports Facilities, • Travel Schemes - Save on the purchase of a new bike or electric car, Public Transport Loan Scheme, • Healthcare – 10 days full pay sick leave (additional 5 discretionary), reimbursement of eye tests, free flu jabs, • Enhanced company maternity & paternity pay (eligibility based on length of service), • Wellness Programme – Company Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Time to Talk sessions, wellness projects and other initiatives, • Plus: Frequent social activities, free parking, free office food & drink, external training

Head of Development – Social Sciences University of Oxford Location: Oxford, UK with some hybrid working options Permanent and full-time role Salary: Grade 10: £65,336 - £75,439 per annum with possible extension to £82,255 (inclusive of Oxford University Weighting). There is potential for a market supplement in exceptional circumstances. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity to join the leading higher education fundraising team outside North America. The University of Oxford’s Social Sciences Division is one of the largest and most influential communities of social scientists in the world. Bringing together a diverse range of methodologies, themes, and fields of scholarship, our multi-disciplinary research thrives in an environment defined by academic excellence, independence, and innovation. Grounded in Oxford’s long tradition of independent scholarship and academic freedom, we deliver world-leading research that not only challenges existing ideas but also develops new ways of understanding and improving society globally. Consistently ranked among the world’s top three universities for social sciences, we demonstrate the power of those disciplines in addressing global challenges. Through deep engagement with organisations, policymakers, and communities, we translate knowledge into real-world impact - shaping policy, informing debate, and driving progress locally, nationally, and internationally. Our researchers regularly advise international governments and multilateral agencies, as well as NGOs that lobby and encourage policy change. As Oxford prepares to launch a major campaign, we are seeking an accomplished fundraising leader to join our high-performing Development and Alumni Engagement team, and design and lead our philanthropic strategy for Social Sciences. If you are ready to make a lasting contribution to research with global impact, we would like to hear from you. About you You will be an experienced major gifts fundraiser and manager, who brings a collaborative and relationship-based approach to ensure success in your endeavours. Your experience, authenticity and curiosity about the world around you, enables you to establish credibility quickly and gain the confidence of the stakeholders you work with. As a divisional team leader and member of the major giving leadership team, you will inspire a motivated and committed Social Sciences development team as well as engage and collaborate with other fundraising leaders across the collegiate network, to identify and leverage all opportunities that will enable the University to achieve its strategic ambitions. It will therefore be important that you: • Are a self-starter, motivated to achieve against strategic goals within a complex environment; Have highly developed emotional intelligence and sophisticated interpersonal and diplomacy skills;, • Bring an entrepreneurial mindset and can-do attitude; and In return Your happiness and wellbeing at work matter to us, so we offer a range of family friendly, financial and professional benefits, including: • Opportunity for hybrid working, • Exceptional contributory pension scheme and salary sacrifice options, • 38 days annual leave, • Comprehensive childcare services and family-friendly leave schemes, • Cycle loan scheme, • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans, • Subsidised University Sports Centre membership, • Engaging social groups and sports clubs beyond the workplace, • Use of the student discount card Totum, • Membership to CASE for advancement professionals, • Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities. We are partnering with Richmond Associates for this search. To request a copy of the candidate information pack or to apply, please visit ___ or contact them on ___ or +44 (0)20 3617 9240. Closing date for applications is 10AM on Thursday, 5 February 2026 Interviews are currently scheduled to take place from mid-February The University of Oxford Development Office is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences, and reflects the community that we serve. We encourage applicants from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.

Job Title: Research Officer Fundraising Prospect Research Location: Rhodes House, Central Oxford (hybrid working) Contract: Fixed-term 12-month contract (From mid-March 2026) Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week Salary: £33,000-£35,000 Reports to: Research Manager We have an exciting, new opportunity for a Research Officer (Fundraising Prospect Research) to join the Rhodes Trust, Oxford.If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.This role is based within the Global Engagement department, focusing on Development and Alumni Engagement, based at Rhodes House.We are looking for the successful candidate to ideally start with us in Mid-March 2026.About the Rhodes Trust The Rhodes Trust is an educational charity which offers Rhodes Scholarships to exceptional students from around the world to come and study at the University of Oxford.Our mission is to build a better world through global fellowship programmes that develop and connect compassionate, innovative, and public-spirited people committed to solving humanitys challenges.In recent years, we have also partnered with several other remarkable organisations to create the Mandela Rhodes Foundation , Atlantic Institute , Schmidt Science Fellows , RISE and Oxford Next Horizons.The role The Research Officer will help provide a high-quality in-house prospect research service to the senior leadership team and the Warden (CEO) of the Trust.The Research Officer will report to the Research Manager, work closely with the major gift team located in the UK, Canada, Australia and the United States, and gain first-hand knowledge and experience working as an in-house prospect research professional for a highly regarded educational charity.The role will be responsible for; Providing a high-quality in-house prospect research service to the Development Team and senior leaders including the Warden (CEO) of the Trust, and Trustees, as required Contributing to the proactive identification of potential major donors and partners to the Rhodes Trust including alumni, individuals, foundations and corporates Delivering a pipeline of briefing materials for the Warden (CEO) and senior leadership team to support key fundraising and stakeholder meetings, events and overseas travel itineraries as requested Assisting with compiling and managing a portfolio of additional research materials and projects, including profiles, network mapping, philanthropy reports, and targeted analysis, as well as country-specific content to support the Trusts fundraising efforts in different geographies Recording and managing prospect and stakeholder data using the Trusts CRM database (Salesforce) Role modelling the Trusts organisational values of commitment, inclusion, belonging, growth and innovation Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role, as requested Having a deep commitment to the values, ethos and mission of the Rhodes Trust Please see the job description for more responsibilities Essential skills, experience and qualifications: Previous experience in an educational Development and / or alumni office direct experience in prospect research would be a plus Reliable and responsible with excellent written communication skills and an emphasis on attention to detail and accuracy Ability to use initiative and creatively source information to identify opportunities and map connections Ability to keep information confidential and exercise discretion Experienceofaccuratedataentryandrecordmaintenance;goodworkingknowledgeofaCRMsystemand competency in creating and running reports from a database Excellent IT skills,including experience with Microsoft packages(Word,Excel,PowerPoint&Outlook) An interest in the educational sector Please see the job description for more responsibilities Benefits of working here We are a global organisation and we use our deep connections across the world to bring together people of different backgrounds and viewpoints.We encourage our staff to challenge each others thinking and generate new ideas.30 days annual leave (pro rata) plus 8 bank holidays Competitive pension scheme Generous family leave schemes Private health insurance Employee Assistance Programme Personal development opportunities Additional benefits, such as free access to the Universitys gardens, parks, libraries and museums, and University staff discounts in shops across Oxford.Cycle to work scheme Electric car scheme If you would like to find out more, please click apply to view the full job description and to find the link to apply.Please send us your CV and a covering letter. xjlbheb Please note, this advert will close on 4 February 2026.If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email the Recruitment team .The Rhodes Trust is an equal opportunity employer.We warmly welcome applications from talented people of diverse backgrounds and appoint without regard to age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, parental status, marital or civil partner status, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, nationality, religion or be

A cutting-edge tech firm in Oxford is seeking a Founder's Associate/Product Manager to lead product innovation and development within an agile startup environment.

An interest in MMC and Sustainability factors with an awareness of future products/initiativesA strong understanding/awareness of Health & Safety associated with manufacturing, production, logistics, construction, and on-site installationAn understanding of external influences affecting the Timber F

Innovation Marketing ManagerSlough (Head Office) with some travel to other sites.

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and

The Group Innovation Strategy Manager leads and manages analysis that underpins the work of the Group Innovation team. This includes directly supporting SSE’s CEO, Group Executive Committee (GEC) and Innovation Advisory Council in strategic decision‑making by providing data, insight, and recom

Holistic design strategy, innovation background and proficiency within the field of innovation. Are you ready to lead the innovation journey, transforming LEGO brand experiences into magical adventures for millions of guests worldwide? The LEGO Brand Park & Experience (LBPX) team brings the LEGO bra

A global consulting firm in the UK is seeking professionals to enhance their generative AI capabilities.The role involves conducting innovative research, developing prototypes, and optimizing user experiences through AI integration.Ideal candidates will possess strong software and AI skills, particu

The role involves driving innovation and collaborating with various teams to deliver exceptional products.

A leading tax consultancy firm in the UK is seeking an experienced R&D Tax Manager / Assistant Manager to enhance their Innovation Tax Relief team.

A leading global payments platform is looking for a Manager, Growth Innovation, to drive growth experiments and strategies focused on Rewards and Campaigns.

A leading food brand is seeking a Brand Manager UK to drive the growth of the brand through innovative marketing strategies.

Innovation Development and Fundraising Manager. The Innovation, Development Fundraising Manager is a new role within the charity. Working with the CEO and service managers, initializing, and developing projects, producing compelling funding proposals and grant applications, initiating prospect meeti

A leading media agency in Greater London is seeking a UK partnerships manager to drive content and media partnerships, especially focusing on audio channels like radio and podcasts.

Senior Product Manager (Innovation) - 12 Month FTC. In this role as the Senior Product Manager, you will….

A leading SaaS company in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Senior Product Manager.

A major bus operator in London is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead engineering operations, ensuring buses meet operational requirements with top reliability and performance. Applicants should have leadership experience, strong technical skills in bus engineering, an understanding of health and

A leading audit and tax consulting firm in the UK seeks an R&D Tax Senior Manager to oversee claims and guide a team.

A leading consulting firm in the energy sector is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join their team across the UK.

Citi Innovation Labs is a global network of innovation centers focused on delivering cutting edge solutions to Citi’s lines of business. We are on the hunt for a highly skilled and experienced senior Engineering manager to lead the delivery of Generative AI solutions at the Citi Innovation Lab. Ou

A leading hospitality company based in Greater London is looking for an Assistant Manager to oversee restaurant operations.

A leading language technology company is seeking a Manager to lead a Customization Research team advancing instruction-following and personalization.

Join our Disruptive Innovation Team at Flutter as a Engineering manager overseeing our cutting‑edge Generative AI Research & Development initiatives. Engineering Manager - Innovation Delivery. In this pivotal role, you will establish and drive agile project management practices and GenAI engineeri

A leading specialist in thermoformed plastics is seeking a Design and Development Manager to oversee daily operations in North East England. This role offers a salary between £40k and £50k, with the opportunity to drive innovation across various customer projects.

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a Group Innovation Strategy Manager to lead innovation initiatives and provide strategic analysis. The role involves supporting both Group and Business Unit strategies and communicating innovations across diverse stakeholders.

A leading accountancy and advisory firm in the UK is seeking a qualified individual to join their Innovation & Technology Group.

Your role as Operations Simplification Manager - (Innovation Sites). The Operations Simplification Manager will be responsible for identifying opportunities in our pub operation where we can do things quicker, easier, differently, or not at all, allowing the business to make efficiency savings and /

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Design Manager to take the lead on exciting and technically complex projects.

Senior Product Manager – Innovation. Join to apply for the Senior Product Manager – Innovation role at Zopa Bank. We’re looking for an innovative Senior Product Manager to help think of new, customer‑facing propositions, test them quickly and iterate to find market fit.

Our client is seeking a Senior Manager Finance Innovation & Transformation Lead for a fixed-term contract of 12 to 18 months, located in Guernsey or Jersey. The position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of finance innovation and transformation within a dynamic organisation. The

Innovation and Strategy Manager. We are looking for an Innovation & Strategy Manager, who will help solve Mindshare and WPP Media’s clients’ business challenges in new ways through media. The Invention team that services Global Client Solutions at Mindshare drives creativity & innovation in and

A global financial services leader is seeking a Product Manager to shape the future of product innovation. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and quality.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Innovation Reliefs Manager to work in an actively growing, specialist Innovation Reliefs tax team at RSM. Our National Innovation & Capital Tax Reliefs Team works with a range of companies, from start-ups to multinationals, to assist them in the preparation of

The Future Ticketing teams operate on the bleeding‑edge of travel technology, testing, evaluating, trialling, and launching industry innovations that become core to Trainline’s B2C and B2B experiences. The mission behind these ticketing innovations is to reduce friction for rail customers, creat

A leading global information provider is seeking a Senior Product Manager in London to enhance customer experience and drive business effectiveness in the Open Access team.

As the Principal Product Manager for Data Innovation, you will be responsible for defining and executing the product strategy for our emerging synthetic data and data collaboration products. At Cint, we are committed to innovation and are rapidly expanding our portfolio of data solutions to power th

The Group Innovation Strategy Manager leads and manages analysis that underpins the work of the Group Innovation team. The Group Innovation Strategy Manager will support both Group and Business Unit (BU) innovation strategy development and the communication of SSE’s Strategy to both internal and e

A leading global brand is seeking a Global Assistant Brand Manager for Axe Deos based in London. This role focuses on driving innovation and engagement for a market-leading product.

Provide guidance and assistance to Relationship Managers (RMs) and Portfolio Managers (PMs) as they manage high risk prospects through the full client onboarding process. Who is HSBC Innovation Banking?. HSBC Innovation Banking is the power behind the UK’s forward‑thinkers, future‑makers, and

This role is designed for a strategic marketer who wants to shape the future growth of the category, translating insights into disruptive, consumer-led innovation pipeline.

A modern banking institution in the UK is seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead the development of customer-focused propositions for their Current Account product.

HSBC Innovation bank is currently searching for a Corporate Communications Manager to join their team in London! Within this role, you will be responsible for supporting the team with the below responsibilities:. Channel Optimisation and Innovation: Leverage existing communication channels while dri

The Invention team that services Global Client Solutions at Mindshare drives creativity & innovation in and beyond media by excelling in culture, community, and innovation. We are looking for an Innovation & Content Manager, who will help solve Mindshare and WPP Media’s clients’ business challen

Responsibilities include overseeing food production, maintaining hygiene standards, and driving food innovation. A leading catering company in London is seeking an Executive Chef Manager to enhance food quality and lead a dedicated team.

A leading advertising agency in London is seeking an experienced Innovation and Strategy Manager. This role involves driving creativity and innovation while supporting clients' business challenges through media strategies.

Social Innovation & Content Manager ensures cohesive, best-in-class execution and adapts. The Social Innovation & Content Manager is responsible for delivering EVE LOM’s content and. Strong understanding of social innovation, emerging platforms and platform-native.