Reference:
0517-26Please note: this job is only available to current employees of Lancaster University
Fixed Term/Secondment until July 2027
Lancaster University is seeking to appoint a full-time Operations Manager to provide essential support across the Faculty of Health and Medicine (FHM) and the Faculty of Science and Technology (FST). This is an exciting opportunity to lead the operational delivery of key services, ensuring effective support for academic departments and maintaining a high-quality experience for staff and students.
THE ROLE
Working closely with the Head of Faculty Operations, you will lead the operational management functions across both faculties. Your role will provide crucial oversight of core operational aspects, including resource management and departmental operations.
You will:
This role operates in a fast-paced environment and requires strong organisational leadership, a commitment to service excellence, and an ability to manage complex operational activities across multiple departments.
ABOUT YOU
You will be an experienced manager with a strong background in operational management, ideally within the higher education sector or a similar complex environment.
You will bring:
THE BENEFITS OF THE ROLE
At Lancaster University, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative community. We work together to drive positive change and provide an outstanding experience for our students and staff.
We offer:
Both the Faculty of Health and Medicine and the Faculty of Science and Technology are home to world-leading teaching and research, with a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration. For further information about the Faculty of Health and Medicine, please visit . For the Faculty of Science and Technology, please visit .
Please upload a cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, include your rationale and interest in applying for this particular post, as well as examples of your commitment to the ongoing development of your skills and experience.
In your supporting statements in the application form, please provide evidence to demonstrate your experience and/or skills in each area outlined.
We welcome applications from individuals in all diversity groups for this fixed-term, full-time post. This role can also be considered as a secondment opportunity.
We encourage informal enquiries to discuss any aspect of this role. To arrange this, please contact Jo Humphrey (Head of Faculty Operations – FHM/FST),
Further Details:Please note: unless specified otherwise in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.
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