School of Business and Creative Industries in partnership with Albion Environmental Limited, Damside, Ayr, KA8 8ER

Job Title:                  Marketing & Business Process Manager - KTP Associate

Campus:                   Company based

Req No:                     REQ000998

Salary Scale:           £28,500 - £30,000 per annum

Full-time:                  38 hours per week

Fixed Term:             24 months

Opportunity to register free of charge for a Higher Degree (MPhil/PhD)

Chartered Management Institute (level 5) training in Management.

£4,500 Personal development budget

• Are you a Business or Marketing graduate looking for a unique opportunity to deliver an exciting project?
• Would you like to work with a leading company and be supported by senior company management and by a team of academics at UWS?
• Are you looking for hands on experience whilst gaining further qualifications?

If so, we want to hear from you!

The company

Albion Environmental Limited was established in 2002 and has developed into one of Scotland’s leading consultants specialising in waste management, environmental, health and safety solutions. They deliver strategic advice, support and training to the waste management, facilities management and construction industries in both the public and private sectors. 

Albion Environmental Ltd. are now seeking to develop the business throughout the United Kingdom capitalising on current marketplace and product development opportunities, retaining their market position in the Scotland whilst investing in new markets and services, strengthening the Albion Environmental Ltd. brand. 

To find out more, visit: https://www.albion-environmental.co.uk/

The role

This is a unique opportunity to join the Albion Environmental Ltd. team and work directly with the Director/senior management team. We seek an outstanding graduate with a relevant degree in business/marketing and development and growth (particularly in SMEs) to help deliver this transformative project. In addition, the post holder will bring to the team excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a high-performance team, collaborating with colleagues and sharing expertise.

The post will be based at the company 1 Damside, Ayr KA8 8ER, working directly for a company director.  On occasions, visits to other sites out with the HQ may be required.

In addition to a substantial rewards package, the position offers the Associate the following benefits:

• Lead a challenging & innovative project with real business impact
• Champion change within an organisation & embed new knowledge
• Receive support from leading academics and senior company staff
• Develop commercially valuable skills & accelerate your career
• The potential for a career with Albion Environmental Ltd. at the end of the scheme

What is KTP?

This scheme offers an invaluable opportunity for graduates to become a key contributor to innovative real-world company projects, giving you the chance to convert the skills and knowledge learned from your degree to practical application. You will gain vital experience and continue your development through support from on-site line managers and UWS academics, to achieve success in the wider commercial world.

Why UWS?

We support you – We are the only Scottish University to have a dedicated KTP centre, meaning you are fully supported throughout your time with the company by UWS staff.

We are growing – In 2019, UWS were the top performing University in the UK by value of secured KTP projects.

You grow with us – Many of our KTP associates are offered permanent roles and continue to provide support to projects as part of a team and autonomously. We will also invest £4,500 in your development; this includes training in Chartered Management Institute (Level 5) and the opportunity to register for an MPhil or Ph.D.

To apply, visit http://www.uws.ac.uk/about-uws/jobs

Questions about this vacancy? Please contact  Eileen.Conlan@uws.ac.uk

Closing date:  Sunday 12^th July 2020

Interview date: week commencing 27^th July 2020

UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.

UWS is a “Disability Confident” employer.

University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520