Chief Operating Officer

Salary will be discussed on appointment.  An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chief Operating Officer to join the Vice-Chancellor's Office to lead a key group of professional services.   Key duties of the role include leading a team of senior staff who are key to supporting the University's delivery of high-quality learning, teaching and research. You will also be leading cross-university strategic projects and strategic change programmes aligned with the University's over-arching objectives and plans.     You will have a track record of successful delivery and have a focus on service transformation and a commitment to informed debate, corporate decision-making and collective accountability as well as individual ownership.   This full-time post is available from 1 July 2024 on an indefinite basis.  Benefits include: 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time). Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave. Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover. Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, medical centre, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets. Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts. Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team. Closing date: 29 February 2024 The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.