Head of Space and Workplace Transformation

Turning Passion into Purpose

London South Bank University are excited to be recruiting for the post of Head of Space and Workplace Transformation. The purpose of the role is to lead, develop, and manage the LSBU Group's approach to space management and workplace transformation. This senior leadership position is responsible for optimizing the use of physical space across the LSBU Group campuses and driving innovative approaches to create dynamic and engaging environments.

The postholder will shape the future of the LSBU's physical environment, enhancing the overall experience for students and staff. They will develop strategies and implement initiatives to optimize space efficiency and promote innovative work practices. Creating an environment that supports teaching, learning, research, and administrative activities, while also considering sustainability, inclusivity, and flexibility.

The post holder will align space management strategies with the university's strategic goals. They will oversee workplace change and move projects and space allocation processes understanding and conveying new legal requirements and their implications to the organisation to ensure effective utilisation of resources and compliance with regulations and benchmarks. Promoting a culture of continuous improvement, the postholder will drive workplace innovation and champion best practices in space management and workplace design.

About You:

We are looking to hear from candidates who have the following skills/experience:

• Single experience in a strategic space planning and/or workplace transformation role
• Experience in a leadership role
• Experience in developing and delivering space strategies and business plans
• Experience in delivering complex programmes of work
• Sound commercial acumen, with proven ability to forecast, prepare and manage large budgets
• Experience in feasibility analysis and scenario planning
• In depth knowledge and experience of property data management systems and space standards
• Experience implementing complex cultural change projects

Benefits of Working With Us:

As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found here.

How to Apply:

The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the "Apply Online" button below.

For an informal conversation ahead of applying, please contact the hiring manager for this position:

• Stephen Balls
• ballss@lsbu.ac.uk
• Deputy Director of Estates - Development

Key Dates:

• The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Monday 28 October
• Interview/assessment - week commencing 04 November

We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.

Depending on the individual circumstances of the candidate this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route. More details on this can be found within the candidate pack.

If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team staffrecruitment@lsbu.ac.uk 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.

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