Senior Associate

About the role This role is at Senior Associate level and is a key part of our team in Scotland, reporting to the Business Development Manager. Roles & Responsibilities 1. Social Innovation Runway Project Implementation Support You will collaborate with innovative venture founders from a variety of professional backgrounds, guiding them through the journey of transforming their early-stage concepts into impactful social ventures. This involves assessing the viability of their ideas and providing comprehensive venture building support during the initial development phases. To this end, you will lead various commercial research projects, typically involving: Conducting market research to identify product-market fit Demonstrating end-user/beneficiary business and impact cases Developing business models and go-to-market strategies Creating financial models Preparing data rooms and materials for investor readiness 2. Pipeline and Business Development Your role will also involve engaging with and triaging enquiries to The Ventures Lab, as well as establishing and nurturing relationships with pipeline partners such as university knowledge and exchange teams, industry-specific associations, third-sector associations, and entrepreneurial networks. These activities will culminate in two key responsibilities: Driving the preparation of project scopes for commercialisation research Identifying third-party funding opportunities and assisting in bid preparation Additionally, you will lead promotional activities to expand our prospect list and engage with more potential ventures. 3. Additional projects and responsibilities As a member of the Challenges Catalyst team, you should expect to be involved in additional exciting global projects that support Challenges Group on a broader scale., None specified

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Challenges Group is an international enterprise development organisation which improves organisational capabilities through learning and leadership development for people and strengthening enterprises and their ecosystems. The Ventures Lab by Challenges Group provides an inclusive, supportive path for aspiring or early-stage entrepreneurs to bring their purpose-led businesses to life. thechallengesgroup.com | theventureslab.com