CPD Business Development Officer, Research & Innovation

Abdn; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK university is seeking a CPD Business Development Officer for a 12-month contract. The role entails developing professional courses and events aimed at external audiences, increasing CPD income, and managing projects effectively. Candidates should possess strong business acumen and experience in event management. Salary is between £38,784 - £46,049 per annum (0.6 FTE). It is a great opportunity for self-motivated individuals looking to make a significant impact in a diverse working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in business or financial roles.
• Strong project or event management skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of developing CPD initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop CPD business to increase institutional income.
• Provide professional development courses and events.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external organizations.

Skills

Business acumen

Financial planning

Event management

Project management

Job description

CPD Business Development Officer, Research & Innovation (RAI144A)

Job Description

We support academic and other colleagues in the provision of professional development courses, conferences and other related activities aimed at an external audience. Expertise includes Professional Conference Organising (PCO) Services; financial planning; course and event development and delivery; event management and the provision of advice. We work with colleagues from the University of Aberdeen, other Higher Education Institutes (HEI’s) and external organisations on events delivered in the region, throughout the UK and online.

This is an opportunity to join the team as a Business Development Officer on a 12-month fixed-term contract to meet business demand. We are seeking a self-motivated individual with business / financial acumen and experience of event or project management.

The post holder will be directly responsible for developing the University of Aberdeen’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD) business, with the aim of increasing institutional CPD income.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 6 Salary Scale, £38,784 - £46,049 per annum, pro rata (based on working 0.6 FTE) and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Nikki Pearce, CPD Services Manager, (01224 273269; [e-mail]).

This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 20th January 2026

The Directorate of Research & Innovation embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team ([e-mail] ) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.