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Expression of interest

Are you excited about shaping the future of European cities through innovation? We’re looking for skilled innovation leaders and experts across the UK region to help tackle the complex challenges in cities.

For years, BIT and Nesta have partnered with cities across the UK to help them tackle the most pressing urban challenges. In 2025, we will carry on with our mission and plan to bring in top talent and fresh expertise. We invite professionals with strong innovation experience to express their interest. 

If you have expertise in leading teams, innovation processes, data analytics, design, or stakeholder engagement, and want to work in pioneering city administrations, please get in touch.

We are particularly interested in candidates who:

  • Engage with diverse stakeholders across city administrations, businesses, academia, and NGOs.
  • Lead or manage projects aimed at solving complex challenges.
  • Have experience in public administration and understand how the public sector works.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced working environment.
  • View challenges as opportunities for growth.
  • Energise others to find innovative solutions.

We will reach out as relevant opportunities for full-time roles arise, starting in spring 2025.

If you’re interested, please provide your contact details and a link to your LinkedIn profile using this FORM.

Submit your expression of interest 

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