At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic operations and enhance student experiences in a dynamic academic environment.
- Company: A forward-thinking university committed to inclusivity and excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to equality and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on student success and operational excellence.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership experience in academic or professional services.
The predicted salary is between 80530 - 87976 £ per year.
The University is seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Director of College Operations, providing strategic and operational leadership across professional services, academic administration, and technical delivery within the College. This is a pivotal senior role, central to enabling the College to deliver its academic strategy, enhance operational performance, and deliver an outstanding student experience.
Responsibilities
- As a core member of the College Executive Board, you will work in close partnership with the Executive Dean, Heads of Department, and University Professional Services to ensure that College operations function as a cohesive, high‑performing unit aligned to our Brighton 2025 strategy to deliver excellent and equitable student outcomes, a distinctive, inclusive and attractive student experience and financial sustainability.
Qualifications and Application Note
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details of the role. This is a full‑time role, and permanent, however, we welcome applications from candidates seeking to job share.
Further Details
The University is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment for all staff regardless of age, disability, family or caring responsibilities, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief (including non‑belief), sex and sexual orientation. We embrace equality and diversity in our working, learning, research and teaching environment and are committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive community. We particularly encourage applicants from Minority Ethnic backgrounds because the University is under‑represented by Minority Ethnic staff.
For the vast majority of our roles we operate an agile working system, with time split between working on campus and at the employee's home. It is the University's expectation that home working will take place within the UK. Further information about working for us, as well as the wide range of benefits we offer, can be found in the working with us section of our vacancies page.
Director of College Operations - College of Creativity, Technology and Society - Internal Only in Brighton employer: University of Brighton
The University of Brighton is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a commitment to equality and diversity, the University fosters a supportive environment where staff can thrive, while also providing flexible working arrangements that enhance work-life balance. Located in the vibrant city of Brighton, employees benefit from a rich cultural scene and a collaborative atmosphere that encourages innovation and excellence in education.
