Student Enterprise Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Business Incubation
Location: LincolnSalary: From £25,948 per annum
Permanent and full time at 37 hours a week
Closing Date: Friday 14 April 2023
Interview Date: Wednesday 26 April 2023
Reference: EL1213
Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills? Are you able to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Student Enterprise Officer to join our Research and Enterprise Department. This is a varied role that will work within the Student Enterprise Service based in Sparkhouse Incubation Centre and will play an important role in providing guidance and support to students/graduates who are looking to start a business or be self-employed, as well as undertaking administrative duties to support the wider team.
Student Enterprise is based at the University of Lincoln and offers students from all disciplines and levels the opportunity to explore the potential of generating ideas, running their own business and developing practical business skills to enhance their employability and career prospects.
As Student Enterprise Officer, you will be a crucial first point of contact for students interested in developing, or already running a business, offering specialist advice and training. You'll also be involved in a range of programmes designed to help startups develop and grow, from workshops and mentoring, to pitch competitions and networking events.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to support a key strategic area of growth for the University, contributing to making a difference to our students/graduates and their futures through enterprise and entrepreneurship. This will often involve working flexibly to tight deadlines and occasionally supporting the wider Business Incubation team’s events and activities for our wider business community.
Situated in the heart of a beautiful and historic city, the University of Lincoln offers a fantastic working environment, within walking distance from the train and bus stations. You will receive 30 days annual leave (plus university closure days) pro rata, discounted gym membership and access to many local discounts and benefits. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Reece Leggett (Student Enterprise Manager): rleggett@lincoln.ac.uk
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Student Enterprise Officer roles across University of Lincoln's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,948 - £25,948 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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