Ecosystem Engagement Lead

Overview

Join as the Ecosystem Engagement Lead at the University of Edinburgh. In this full‑time position you will lead and manage interactions with key stakeholders within the Fin Tech Scotland Cluster, including fintechs, strategic partners, other cluster management organisations, and public sector bodies that engage with fintechs in Scotland, the UK or overseas. Your role will enable mutually beneficial collaboration across the sector.

The salary for this post is £70,000 to £79,500 per annum.

• Lead and manage relationships with stakeholders across the Fin Tech Scotland Cluster.
• Facilitate collaboration among industry, academia, regulators, and the public sector.
• Collect and analyse ecosystem intelligence to inform engagement strategies.
• Represent Fin Tech Scotland confidently in industry and public forums.
• Maintain and develop stakeholder engagement and partnership governance.

• Minimum five years’ professional experience within fintech, financial services, technology, or innovation sectors.
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, ecosystem development, or partnership management.
• Strong understanding of the fintech landscape, financial innovation, and cluster development principles.
• Exceptional communication, networking, and interpersonal skills.
• Data and insight‑driven with ability to segment communities and use data to improve engagement.

Full‑time, with support for part‑time hours and flexible working patterns. Hybrid working is on a non‑contractual basis, offering a blend of home and on‑site options.

• A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
• A supportive and creative workplace.
• 40 days of combined annual leave and public holiday entitlement.
• A comprehensive pension scheme (9–14.5% employer contribution).
• Family‑friendly policies, flexible working options, and career development support.

• You work well with others and build strong relationships.
• You are curious, creative, and challenge the norm to find smarter solutions.
• You take responsibility and deliver results.
• You seek feedback, learn from experience, and continuously improve.
• You care about the impact of your work on colleagues, customers, and the community.

Please submit your CV and a covering letter that explains why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience make you a strong fit.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

The closing date for applications is 7th January 2026 at 11:59 pm GMT.

Interviews will be held with/c 12th of January 2026.

The University of Edinburgh is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.