Business Development Manager (KTP Associate)

School of Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business

Location: Stoke Campus
Salary: £33,951 to £38,784Per Annum - Full Time Fixed Term for 26 months
Release Date: Thursday 24 September 2026
Closing Date: Thursday 15 October 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 29 October 2026
Reference: DTIB164-26

The KTP Associate will play a critical role in driving the development, promotion, and market adoption and strategies of POWERSOS. This role combines expertise in business and marketing strategies, project management, and platform development, requiring the ability to translate client needs and market research into actionable enhancements. The successful candidate will work closely with Midlands Power Networks Limited team and University of Staffordshire academics to guide the platform’s growth and establish its market presence.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic product development and marketing plan for POWERSOS, targeting key clients and markets.




• Utilise project management skills to coordinate POWERSOS development efforts, including gathering requirements and overseeing POWERSOS enhancements.




• Engage with prospective clients to present the POWERSOS’s features and gather feedback to guide ongoing platform development.




• Create and design promotional materials and campaigns as agreed with the management team to highlight POWERSOS benefits.




• Conduct research using industry and academic sources to inform POWERSOS development and support strategic decisions.




• Analyse reports, market trends, and competitor activities to refine POWERSOS market positioning and development roadmap.




• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment between client needs and POWERSOS features.




• Prepare client proposals, negotiate contracts, and manage onboarding for early adopters of the platform.




• Identify and attend appropriate networking/conference/industry trade shows to elevate PowerSOS awareness and market impact.




• Other activities as the project develops that may support the successful delivery of the project.

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Staffordshire University is committed to promoting and enabling a positive culture where staff, students and visitors are confident to be their authentic selves. We focus on inclusion as a way to ensure equality of opportunity for all our people and to demonstrate our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Human Rights.

We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits a diverse organisation can bring for the University.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) people, who are currently under-represented in the University workforce.