About the Role
We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone.
This is a strategic and influential role at the heart of the University’s resilience and safety agenda, with the opportunity to make a tangible contribution to the wellbeing of staff and students. The post offers a chance to shape policy and practice across a large, diverse institution, working with committed and collaborative colleagues.
Your main duties and responsibilities
* Leading development and implementation of the University’s Emergency Planning and Business Continuity frameworks, ensuring they remain compliant, effective and up to date
* Coordinating and supporting incident response activities, including the design, and delivery of training and exercises, and provide expert advice during live incidents and post incident reviews
* Building and maintaining strong networks internally and externally – including with emergency services and local authorities – to strengthen resilience and share best practice
Edge Hill University provides a supportive and inclusive environment, encouraging professional growth, flexible working, and a strong work life balance. You will be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and partnership working in creating a safe, sustainable, and resilient campus. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a part-time leadership role with meaningful impact and the flexibility to balance professional and personal commitments.
For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Peter Roberts, Head of Risk, Assurance & Business Support at Robertpe@edgehill.ac.uk
About You
* Proven experience developing and managing emergency planning and business continuity frameworks within a large or complex organisation
* Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and sector guidance, including the Civil Contingencies Act and related frameworks
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills, able to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
* A confident, analytical and calm approach, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to balance strategic planning with operational detail
At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Rewards & Benefits
* A minimum of 38 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
* Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art and leisure facilities
* Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
* Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
* A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
* Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
* Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 17.8%
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