You will need to login before you can apply for a job. Job Introduction Are you ready to drive the next wave of digital innovation? BBC R&D has a long history of industry-leading, and industry-changing, research and innovation. BBC R&D has led the way with innovative technology and collaborative ways of working. Building upon years of industry and academic collaborations and partnerships, we are seeking a visionary leader to head our Propositions Team within R&D - a new initiative dedicated to delivering transformative, audience-centred digital experiences. Reporting into the Director, R&D, this role will be instrumental in shaping the future of digital services for our audiences, developing next-generation media solutions, and creating commercial opportunities that align with our Value for All strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead propositions definition and development: Own the process for defining and agreeing long-term opportunities or problems that Propositions will address and direct the Propositions team to work with partners to define innovative digital services that engage BBC audiences on any internet-connected device. Ensure these propositions leverage BBC R&D's insights, inventions, and capabilities to create compelling and differentiated experiences that enhance user engagement and satisfaction. Drive strategic partnerships and investment: Originate, negotiate, and close partnerships that bring in significant resources - services, intellectual property, financial, technical, and human - necessary to develop, scale and sustain propositions. Develop and present compelling business cases to secure investment from both internal and external stakeholders, emphasising mutual value and shared goals. Develop strategic roadmaps and sustainable business models: Create and manage comprehensive strategic roadmaps and business models that align with BBC's KPIs and the objectives of partners. Ensure these plans incorporate BBC's unique assets and are adaptable to evolving market conditions and audience needs. Capitalise on R&D inventions, assets and industry expertise: Maximise the value of BBC R&D's technological insights, inventions and industry influence by transforming innovative ideas into viable, market-ready propositions. Collaborate with R&D and external technology leaders to co-create digital propositions that lead the industry and drive new revenue streams. Lead a high-performing, cross-functional team: Oversee a multi-disciplinary team comprising product managers, software engineers, delivery managers, and business strategists. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and agility to ensure the successful delivery of high-impact propositions. Manage strategic stakeholder relationships: Build and manage relationships with senior executives and leaders within and outside the BBC. Use these relationships to align and secure commitment to propositions, ensuring their successful development and operation as continuing services. Foster collaborative Innovation: Use the BBC's position, relationships and expertise to influence collaborative innovation across the industry. Develop propositions that can thrive, creating long-term value for all partners involved. Are you the right candidate? We're looking for someone with strong entrepreneurial skills and a proven track record of successfully building, scaling, and exiting a business or start-up. If you have hands-on experience navigating the challenges of growing a venture, from ideation through to a successful exit, we'd love to hear from you. About you, the ideal candidate will have: A proven track record in defining and launching digital propositions and sustainable business models. Experience in securing partnerships, investment, and IP management to support digital growth. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful, scalable solutions. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to navigate public service values and commercial goals. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for digital innovation, we want to hear from you. This unique opportunity will be integral to help shape future BBC products and services. About the BBC The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk. Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. Job Band • Band: F • Contract type: Permanent • Location: Salford or London • Salary: Up to £156,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr
