School Business and Operations Manager (Fixed Term)

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance. 

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University. 

The School of Technology is looking for an experienced generalist administrator to join the team as a School Business and Operations Manager. 

In this role you will provide support across the School of Technology, working at a senior level to undertake and lead on various projects at either a School or Departmental level. 

This role may be deployed into different functions, for example acting as the operational lead of a specific professional service function in a Department. 

The role will require flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly to different circumstances based on shifting priorities and needs within the School. 

The key duties will vary depending on the assignment, but may include: 

• Supporting and advising, as appropriate, the Head of Department and other senior stakeholders in the development of an academic and operational strategy in a range of areas which may include finance, HR, estate operations
• Working with relevant academic leads, either at the Departmental or School level, to provide support for teaching and education and to oversee research administration
• Effective change management, working to prepare people for change associated with any given project
• Engaging with and understanding the financial implications of work undertaken for departments, both ongoing operational and one-off project support
• Overseeing management of space and facilities within the framework set by the Estate Division
• Working with the School and Institutional HR Teams, as appropriate, to ensure the provision of comprehensive support in relation to HR matters
• Communication and external relations, including liaising with the Office of External Affairs and Communications and the VC's Office concerning Departmental events and commemorations

The ideal candidate will have experience within higher education administration, particularly dealing with senior academic and professional services staff.

You will have proven staff management skills, with substantial experience of strategic planning, policy development, HR knowledge and financial and project management.

Your application should clearly set out how you meet the criteria listed in the person profile (the skills and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted based upon these criteria.

The University of Cambridge is committed to supporting our staff to thrive both professionally and personally. We aim to support a good work/life balance, whilst retaining the positive aspects of our unique in-person environment and culture.

Elements of this role are suitable for hybrid working, where staff can split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working.

The closing date for applications is 7th October 2024.

Interviews will be held on the 24th and 29th October 2024. 

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

If you have any queries about the vacancy please contact Dr Shui Lam - stl10@cam.ac.uk

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Closing date: 07 October 2024

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