Associate Business Development Director (University & Institution Partnership Programs)

Classy Wheeler Limited; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A semi-government organization in Hong Kong seeks an Associate Business Development Director for its University & Institution Partnership Programs. The role involves leading partnerships with renowned global institutions, developing engagement strategies, and maintaining relationships with key players in the innovation landscape. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in business development, ideally with a background in academia, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Holder of a university degree preferably in Engineering- or Science-related subjects.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in new business development.
• Experience working in universities is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the university & institution partnership programs.
• Develop engagement strategies and execute plans for prospective institutions.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Business development

Networking with high-tech companies

Understanding of innovation landscape

Education

University degree in Engineering or Science-related subjects

Post-graduate degree

Job description

Associate Business Development Director (University & Institution Partnership Programs)

Client Description

Semi-government organization driving the development of a vibrant I&T ecosystem in Hong Kong.

Job Description

• Lead the university & institution partnership programmes to connect with renowned universities and research institutes worldwide with objectives to create and bring in commercialization and entrepreneurship opportunities
• Develop engagement strategies and execute the plans for prospect institutions and projects
• Build and maintain good relationships with high-tech companies, industry leaders, universities, institutions, start-up communities, incubators, government authorities, etc. to build the pipeline of business opportunities and facilitate partnership formation in Hong Kong Science Park
• Have good knowledge of innovation landscape, public and private funding mechanism, policies and practice
• Keep abreast of technology trends & other market intelligence and transform them into business opportunities
• Chair the marketing activities including delegation visits to promote HKSP as an innovation and technology hub
• Support other initiatives of the business development team and perform such other duties as assigned by the Chief Commercial Officer

Job Requirements

• Holder of university degree preferably in Engineering- or Science-related subjects; post-graduate degree preferred;
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in new business development, of which at least 5 years in managerial level;
• Experience in working in universities is a definite advantage
• Extensive network with high-tech companies, industries, especially with academia;
• A deep understanding of the global technology landscape; A vision for emerging technologies and experienced in technology transfer/ commercialization of Biomedical Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Smart City, Fintech, Advanced Materials Manufacturing is desirable;