Strategic Partnerships Lead

Posted on behalf of

Batri

Our client, a leading innovator in battery technology, is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Lead to drive collaboration and growth across the sector. You'll play a central role in building high-value relationships with industry, academia, and government, unlocking opportunities that will accelerate the development and commercialisation of next-generation battery solutions.

The Strategic Partnerships Lead will:

• Identify and engage with strategic partners across the battery, clean energy, and advanced materials sectors.
• Build relationships with universities, research institutions, and innovation networks to explore joint projects and grant opportunities (e.g., Faraday, APC).
• Collaborate with purchasing teams to maintain strong supplier relationships critical to delivering the APC-funded scale-up project.
• Represent the organisation at industry expos, conferences, and networking events.
• Map and track the UK battery materials ecosystem to identify collaboration and innovation opportunities.
• Work closely with internal teams to align partnership opportunities with project needs and timelines.

The Strategic Partnerships Lead will have:

• Degree-level education in a relevant field such as materials science, engineering, or sustainability.
• Proven experience in building and managing strategic partnerships within cleantech, battery materials, energy storage, or advanced manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of battery technologies, the energy value chain, and industrial decarbonisation.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with senior leaders, academic partners, and government representatives.
• Exceptional networking, relationship-building, and organisational skills.

Join a pioneering organisation at the forefront of battery innovation and help shape the partnerships that will drive the industry forward.

If you're ready to connect ideas, people, and opportunities, simply apply online using your updated CV and we will be in touch!