Corporate Innovation Associate

SUP VC is a corporate innovation powerhouse working with corporates, international organizations and government institutions to design corporate innovation and training programmes, build venture capital and intrapreneurship capabilities, and deliver real, measurable impact for the organizations we partner with and society. We believe the future belongs to organizations that master innovation from the inside out: not as a side initiative, but as a core driver of growth and efficiency. That's why we work closely with our partners at every stage: designing the right program for their goals, building the internal capacity to sustain it, and staying involved until innovation shows up in real outcomes: new products, new ventures, new revenue, better employees and stronger organizations.

We're hiring for a Corporate Innovation Associate to join our team for a full-time, on-site, Baku-based position. You'll sit at the intersection of program delivery and business development — helping design and run innovation programs while also driving the partnerships and pipeline that make them possible. This is a role for someone who wants real ownership across both the strategic and operational sides of the business.

• Support the design, planning, and delivery of corporate innovation and training programs
• Help lead the coordination and execution of innovation programs, industry initiatives, workshops, and events in close partnership with our corporate and institutional partners
• Coordinate deliverables and communications with partner organizations to ensure full alignment throughout each program

• Support the business development pipeline, including managing senior leadership's scheduling, ensuring timely follow-ups, and tracking partner meeting outcomes
• Identify, qualify, and track leads, and research new prospects across channels including LinkedIn and the web
• Profile strategic accounts — identifying key stakeholders, researching business requirements, and shaping solutions to open the sales cycle
• Maintain diligent, considerate follow-up with prospects and partners, tracking the account types and internal champions most likely to convert
• Develop and deliver presentations and proposals that clearly communicate the value of SUP VC's programs to prospective partners
• Act as a subject-matter expert on SUP VC's innovation platform in conversations with partners and prospects
• Analyze outreach and pipeline results, and propose new approaches to improve effectiveness over time

• Maintain active, accurate task tracking for ongoing business development and partnership work using CRM systems
• Ensure all records, client correspondence, and project milestones are properly documented to maintain data integrity across the pipeline

• Contribute to content and reporting for ongoing programs and partnerships
• Support the development of social media strategy and content to build SUP VC's visibility and reputation across the innovation ecosystem

• 1+ years of demonstrable success as an outbound SDR or in a similar business development role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Azerbaijani strongly preferred; Turkish a plus)
• Familiarity with CRM systems and professional social networks such as LinkedIn
• An entrepreneurial mindset and a roll-up-your-sleeves attitude
• Genuine passion for technology, business, and winning

• 1+ years of experience in program management, the startup/innovation ecosystem, or corporate innovation
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Innovation, Finance, Management, Entrepreneurship, or a related field
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to prioritize multiple concurrent BD and program tasks with minimal supervision
• Hands-on experience with CRM, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and AI tools
• Sharp analytical thinking and comfort with research-heavy, pipeline-driven work

• Career Growth: A fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where performance is rewarded with increased ownership
• Vibrant Culture: Join a dynamic, international team that values teamwork, intellectual curiosity, and "building from scratch" — with real room to contribute your own ideas and grow
• Exposure: Direct exposure to how leading corporations and institutions approach innovation
• Clear Progression: A clear path to grow into venture building, corporate strategy, or innovation consulting
• Compensation: Salary will be discussed and determined based on the candidate's skills and experience
• Work Setup: A full-time, on-site role based out of our Baku office