Associate Director of Campus Services

The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution providing an exceptional research-led education and an outstanding experience for 46,000 students from more than 150 countries. Built on the ethos that education can unlock potential and transform lives, we feature in the top 20 of all three major UK university rankings, and our graduates are among the most sought-after in the UK. 

As the 5th largest estate in the sector, we are proud of our award-winning campuses, both at home and abroad, and continually invest in the University's grounds, buildings, and facilities. Developing and managing the University's environment is at the heart of our values, ensuring that the student experience and environmental sustainability remain firmly on the University's agenda.

The Associate Director of Campus Services will lead and champion the development and delivery of consistent, high levels of Customer Service across all UK sites and will set the strategic direction for the Campus Services Team in line with University strategy and Estates and Facilities Directorate plans. We are looking for an experienced professional to initiate and manage change where necessary and plan and organise activities within the team in the immediate and long term to support University Faculties and departments with their objectives.

You will be required to actively engage with stakeholders and the wider University community to raise the profile of the Estates and Facilities Department, identifying opportunities for improvement sharing best practice with peers and building effective working relationships with other university Departments. You will also provide expert advice at internal and external meetings, influencing and facilitating different opinions to reach a consensus, negotiating terms and pushing forwards new developments and change as required.

Candidates should hold a professional qualification/relevant degree plus have substantial relevant managerial experience or have extensive work experience in a similar role. Experience of strategy and policy development and implementation including analytical and policy/report writing skills are also essential for this role.

Further information on the duties for the post and the experience and qualifications required can be found on the attached job role profile.

This post is offered on a permanent basis. Hours of work are full time,36.25 hours per week. Job share arrangements may be considered. Hybrid working will be considered with 3 days per week minimum on campus.

The University of Nottingham is committed to providing competitive employment packages whilst supporting the well-being of our staff to help them reach their full potential. We strive to provide a range of benefits and rewards, including leading fitness and health facilities, staff discounts and travel schemes. We also offer an excellent holiday allowance of 30 days per year, plus additional university closure days and bank holidays.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to David Butler, email dave.butler@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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