The University of Wolverhampton is a proudly civic, ambitious, and inclusive post-92 institution.
The University of Wolverhampton is a proudly civic, ambitious, and inclusive post-92 institution. We are now seeking an experienced, commercially astute and values-driven Leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Chief Operating Officer (DCOO) This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering operational transformation across a diverse and impactful university.
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead key strategic initiatives including the Target Operating Model for Professional Services. You will also act as a senior adviser and deputy to the COO, working closely with the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, University Executive Board, and external partners.
We are looking for a dynamic, commercially minded leader with substantial experience at a senior level in complex organisations. You will be capable of driving cross-functional improvements, leading high-performing teams, and embedding operational excellence to support our education, research, and civic goals.
You will bring:
Proven leadership experience across multi-disciplinary operations
A strategic and commercial mindset
High-level planning, transformation, and performance improvement skills
A strong commitment to inclusion, innovation, and impact
This is your opportunity to shape the future of a university committed to access, excellence, and place-based transformation. If you have experience in working in a large, complex organisation at a senior level, you possess extensive commercial experience and you are results oriented, and would like an informal conversation with the COO, Dr Pete Cross then please contact Sophie Reed – Sophie.Reed@wlv.ac.uk
Interview Date: Thursday 28th August
The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff
As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges)
PLEASE NOTE: Applications are scored against the criteria set out in the job description and person specifications attached to this advert. Applications are not assessed against the job advert so please ensure your applications are crafted against the Job Description and Person Specification contained within it.
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