Innovation Connector

Oldham College is seeking a proactive and commercially aware Innovation Connector to support the delivery of the Greater Manchester Colleges Innovation Connector Network across the Borough of Oldham. This exciting role will focus on engaging businesses, particularly SMEs, and supporting them to improve productivity, adopt innovation, and connect into the wider Greater Manchester innovation ecosystem. Acting as a trusted advisor and honest broker, you will build strong relationships with employers, business networks, local stakeholders, and innovation partners to help businesses access the right support, skills, and opportunities for growth. Working collaboratively across the GM Colleges network, you will contribute to the delivery of strategic innovation and economic growth priorities across Greater Manchester while supporting local employers through workshops, events, diagnostics, referrals, and partnership activity.