Head Of Advanced Connectivity Technologies And Systems (acts)

Innovate UK

United Kingdom
£70,752 gross py; not specified; 30 days' annual l...
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Deep understanding of o-ran and advanced connectivity
Experience managing significant budgets and forecasting
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders
** Innovate UK is seeking a Head of Advanced Connectivity Technologies and Systems (ACTS) to lead initiatives that enhance the UK's technology landscape, focusing on advanced connectivity solutions. The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with various stakeholders, and a strong understanding of technology supply chains. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and emphasizes work-life balance and diversity. **

Job Summary

  • This pivotal leadership role is central to a strategy to grow the UK as a prosperous, safe, and vibrant place to live and work.
  • The successful candidate will be accountable for delivering intervention strategies for funding research and innovation within the Foundational Technologies programme.
  • Innovate UK offers an excellent benefits package including 30 days' annual leave, flexible working hours, and an exceptional defined benefit pension scheme.

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** Innovate UK is seeking a Head of Advanced Connectivity Technologies and Systems (ACTS) to lead initiatives that enhance the UK's technology landscape, focusing on advanced connectivity solutions. The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with various stakeholders, and a strong understanding of technology supply chains. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and emphasizes work-life balance and diversity. **

Salary

£70,752 gross per annum; Not specified; 30 days' annual leave, 10.5 public days, flexible working, defined benefit pension

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Deep understanding of O-RAN and advanced connectivity
  • Experience managing significant budgets and forecasting
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Knowledge of semiconductor and connectivity supply chains
  • Experience in innovation policy and research delivery

Nice-to-have

  • Strong coalition building with industry and academia
  • Ability to communicate vision to political leaders
  • Experience chairing programme boards and advisory groups
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Degree-level education in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrable achievement through influencing skills rather than direct control
  • Experience managing multiple senior and executive stakeholders with conflicting demands

Work Rights

Not specified

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