Upstream is an agile spin-out, formed from a partnership between Hammersmith and Fulham and Imperial College London. Our objective is to help turn Hammersmith and Fulham into a leading borough for the science, tech and creative industries and transform White City into an innovation district - as set out in the borough's industrial strategy. To do this, we build and maintain relationships with anchors, startups, entrepreneurs and influencers in this borough and beyond.
This is a fantastic role: you will be well-supported, have a good degree of autonomy and opportunity to grow in responsibility and enhance your professional network. The previous postholder is about to head off into a fantastic new job and you can read about her time with us here.
If you know what makes people and businesses tick and want to build an exciting and inclusive community, then join us at Upstream. This role is for a two year Fixed Term contract.
Role Responsibilities:
- To help manage stakeholder relations, including acting as a point of contact for science, tech and creative business and other relevant organisations. This will include working with the Managing Director in designing and delivering a stakeholder engagement strategy with inclusive growth at its heart, ensuring helpful and sustainable engagement with companies, effective connections between stakeholders, and a positive impact on the local community;
- To assist in the planning and delivery of events that support the growth of science, tech and creative businesses and raise the profile of Hammersmith & Fulham. You will have responsibility for the C-suite Life Sciences roundtable and other invitation-only events;
- To take direction from the Managing Director and assist with Upstream’s communications outreach, particularly as it relates to stakeholder meetings.
Experience
- Experience managing stakeholder relations in a business, political or academic environment;
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills;
- A self-starter who heeds guidance and steer but also uses their imagination, creativity and initiative to deliver results;
- Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.