Strathclyde Sport is the heart of sport and active health at the University of Strathclyde, with the vision of being the most active city centre campus in the UK. Since opening in September 2018, its impact on delivering an outstanding student experience has been incredible, annually attracting more than 7,500 members and over 450,000 visits across the sporting estate. We are continually growing our profile to not only create the Strathclyde Sport identity but to also provide further strategic support to the wider University mission. To continue doing so, the University of Strathclyde seeks to appoint a dynamic and visionary leader with the ability to inspire others to continue to deliver excellence in Strathclyde Sport operational services. The Head of Operations is a new role and will be a pivotal member of Strathclyde Sport Senior Management Team and will contribute to the departments’ leadership to deliver its strategy for the benefit of the whole university sport and active health community. The role will lead the formation, management and activation of capital planning, commercial opportunities, operational systems and activity programming, whilst ensuring throughout, the provision of an outstanding user experience. To be considered for the role, you are expected to be degree qualified and have substantial experience in a similar specialist role along with demonstrable track record of managing specialist teams and associated financial resources whilst having a visionary outlook to seek out new innovative and commercial opportunities to engage the Strathclyde community. You should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to unlock people’s potential and contribute to department strategy planning, business case preparation and complex decision making. Applicants may use tools such as AI to support their application; however, all submissions must accurately reflect their own experience and understanding. The University reserves the right to verify the authenticity of application materials and may reject applications where concerns arise.
Head of Operations employer: University of Strathclyde
The Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the field of pharmaceutical and biomedical research. With a commitment to employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development and training, ensuring our staff are equipped with the latest skills and knowledge. Located in a dynamic academic environment, our technicians play a crucial role in shaping the future of medicine while enjoying the benefits of working within a supportive and forward-thinking institution.
