Job Description
Department Operations Manager (AP12982) - Bath, BA2 7AY
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the Faculty of Science, playing a key role in supporting the operations of our dynamic and accomplished Departments. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, and frequently engaging with the Head of Department, the role involves coordinating operational management to maintain the Department's efficiency. This rewarding role has a focus on people and resources and undertakes a wide range of activities to support the delivery of the Department and Faculty’s strategic objectives.
The post-holder also plays a lead role in new initiatives at Department and Faculty level and supports the Director of Operations and Operations and Project Managers in their roles.
About you
The ideal candidate can think strategically, maintain operational perspective, and facilitate Department operations effectively. They will connect academic and professional services staff within the Department, Faculty, and University.
With a proven track record in a role in administration, preferably within a Higher Education environment, you will have strong interpersonal skills, with excellent time management, organisational and communication skills, and enthusiasm for, and commitment to high-quality service provision.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of financial processes as well as HR policies and procedures. The ability to think and operate autonomously but to be an excellent team player are also key.
Further information
For informal discussions relating to this role, please contact Amanda Harper at bssalh@bath.ac.uk or Claudia O'Hagan at ce358@bath.ac.uk.
This is a full-time, permanent role with a mix of remote and on-campus working (Hybrid working).
We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected, and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards equality and intersectionality, receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award.
We believe that diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds lead to a better environment for our employees and students. We encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.
We are proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, an accredited Confident Leader, autism-friendly university, and committed to building confidence and supporting disabled staff.
What we can offer you
Our benefits package includes:
* Free counselling services through Health Assured
* Cycle to work scheme
* Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
* Staff discount at Team Bath gym
* Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees and courses
* Generous employer contributory pension schemes
* Generous annual leave with an additional 5 discretionary days
* Personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships and LinkedIn Learning
* Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
* Local discounts and more
* A family-friendly workplace
* Relocation allowance, visa reimbursement, and interest-free loan for immigration expenses
Find out more about our benefits and hear from our staff in our video. Closing Date: 15 Sep 2025. Department: Management, Specialist and Administration. Salary: £38,784 to £46,049.
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