Head Of Operations

Role Description We are seeking a highly motivated, well organised and goal driven individual to join a newly established Gene Therapy Innovation & Manufacturing Centre (GTIMC). The Head of Operations role provides an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of the GTIMC’s Vision. The GTIMC is one of three cutting-edge innovation hubs in the UK dedicated to advancing the clinical development of new genetic treatments for millions of patients with life-threatening diseases. The three hubs form a national network coordinated by the LifeArc and the Medical Research Council (MRC). As a highly motivated and hardworking Head of Operations with experience of successfully applying project management approaches to a variety of projects, you will coordinate the work of GTIMC units and work closely with the GTIMC leadership to ensure that milestones and objectives are delivered on time and to a high quality. You will plan and progress work activities in the mid to long term, be well organised, with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to engage and influence effectively across multiple audiences. You will work closely with and assist the Director of GTIMC in leading on strategic functions of the Centre which will include managing staff, aligning service provision with strategic objectives including planning and policy development, developing and delivering efficient and effective processes and service improvements. You will be responsible for managing and overseeing a range of administrative processes, which are crucial to the efficient and effective running of the Department’s activities including: Human Resources (HR) Resource Planning Estates and Facilities Health and Safety Governance Finance Day to day you will be contributing more generally to the Centre by coordinating business processes, overseeing internal communications, undertaking one-off project work and developing and implementing improvements. You will work closely with senior leadership and professional services colleagues and with central University teams. This post is fixed term for 36 months with potential for further extension and is available immediately. The University We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development. We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience. This vacancy Is part of a Fair Recruitment pilot scheme within the faculty. This Is a positive action Initiative which aims to Improve staff diversity and to deliver an Inclusive recruitment experience for all applicants. To find out what makes the University of Sheffield a remarkable place to work, watch this short film: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LblLk18zmo, and follow @sheffielduni and @ShefUniJobs on Twitter for more information. Apply now by clicking on the Apply button located near the top of your screen.