At Rapid Innovation Group (RIG) we accelerate the adoption of transformative technologies for a better world.    

Join a driven, learning-oriented, sociable company doing work that matters.

Why join us? 

Our Engagement Managers are responsible for high-quality execution and delivery of client work including on market/application discovery and validation, business model development, deal structuring, negotiation, and client acquisition. Our Engagement Managers:  

• Plan and execute across a portfolio of client work: effectively managing the programme of work, running weekly calls , and developing high-impact client materials  

• Research and derive insight from quantitative and qualitative analysis, developing and applying industry expertise    

• Support on sourcing, progressing, and closing commercial deals (e.g. licensing, industrial partnerships, offtake agreements, joint ventures) for our clients   

• Support on identifying and winning new business opportunities for the firm  

• Own and lead on discrete pieces of work for client s with their manager's guidance . For example, executing strategy formulation on behalf of clients , and generat ing market insights and recommendations  

• Actively participate in internal and external discussions, sharing ideas and perspectives, presenting work and conclusions, and asking questions   

• Actively contribute to the growth and development of the firm by building sector-relevant knowledge, as well as acting as a company culture carrier  

This role can either be a full-time role or 6-month internship depending on the candidate, their experience a n d their preference.  

We are looking for:  

• Strong organis ing capability : this role requires working across multiple work streams, and we seek someone who has advanced organisation skills and is comfortable with moving between diverse activities  

• Strong communication and strong interpersonal skills : much of our work focuses on interaction with people, so we are looking for someone with strong written and verbal skills, and who is comfortable dialoguing independently and securing meaningful engagement from counterparties. The successful candidate will be comfortable independently reaching out to and speaking with corporates, industrial partners, as well as entrepreneurs.  

• Interest in sustainability : as we work with companies making climate-positive impact, we seek someone who has a passion for climate technology and some knowledge of the area, with the ability (in future) to contribute to the team’s technology thesis.  

• Grasps concept quickly with a drive to learn : our clients develop innovative, multi-faceted technologies, so we are looking for someone who is intellectually curious and has the ability to quickly grasp new commercial and technological concepts, able to use that knowledge to generate ideas and arguments. This does not mean that you need a STEM background, rather that you have the ability to understand a concept swiftly.  

• A preference for collaboration and teamwork , and the potential for lead ership : someone who is comfortable interacting with colleagues of all seniorities as part of a non-hierarchical culture, and who prefers working in a team rather than working alone. We seek candidates who can integrate into the RIG’s existing supportive team culture.  

• Adaptive and Resilient : the start-up environment is dynamic, with failures and successes. We look for individuals who are resilient to challenges and can quickly adapt to a situation where needed.  

• Interested in developing their commercial mindset : we work across multiple aspects of business including fundraising, business strategies, sales and negotiation, market research and more. So, we are looking for someone who has these skills or is looking to learn and develop their commercial acumen.  

• Have the drive to lead on their own projects : we want to nurture leadership within our talent pool, and therefore encourage employees to take a lead on their own projects they have a passion about. We are looking for people who will take that initiative and can develop into future leaders.    

• 0 - 2 years of experience. Someone with more experience will not be more likely to be interviewed – what we are looking for is foundational management and organisation skills, and knowledge of commercial processes.  

• Preferably a degree (undergraduate or postgraduate) with a minimum 2.1 or equivalent classification.  

• If you are someone who has completed secondary education and are not planning to go into further education but are interested in this role and believe you would make a strong candidate, we are still eager to hear from you.   

• Numerical fluency (GCSE grade 6 minimum)  

• Native equivalent proficiency in English (CEFR C2 equivalent).   

• Strong capabilities in using Microsoft Office apps (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)  

• Must have the right to work in the UK.  

Additional skills:  

• Experience in quantitative modelling (Excel or other programmes)  

• CEFR B2 in at least one language in addition to English  

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the qualification criteria. If you like the sound of this role , we encourage you to apply as you could be the candidate we hire.   

• Salary: £29,000 to £32,000 subject to discussion with additional performance related bonuses available  

• Holiday: 25 days of holiday and additional gifted Christmas leave of 3 days alongside bank holidays (equivalent to 36 days’ holiday in total)   

• “Office first” hybrid working (typically 4 days a week in the office) with high degree of flexibility around important appointments and life events  

• Full mobile phone contract