Operations Manager

Do you have experience in a senior administrative role, with the ability to deliver operational priorities in line with wider Directorate and University strategies? If so this full time and fixed term role, to July 2025, could be ideal.

The Operations Managers will coordinate the operational and administrative service for the Divisions and will support the implementation of the Effectiveness and Efficiency review and the aims and objectives of Kent 2030. Working in support of the objectives of divisional leadership teams, and providing support to the Directors of Division and the Heads of Operations, they will ensure that the divisional priorities, objectives, plans and strategies are achieved.

What will you be doing, day to day?

• Coordinate with central PSD’s on delivery of services and processes, policies and procedures into the Division and to signpost the administrative support processes to optimise efficiency and ensure the divisional needs are met
• Project manage and deliver critical transitional projects for divisions
• Operate effectively as a senior administrative leader, working in close collaboration with academic leadership role holders and the Heads of Operations to maintain all necessary policies, systems and processes
• Act as a key contributor to the divisional planning process and provide management information, through the provision and analysis of accurate and meaningful intelligence 

What can you bring to the role?

• Demonstrable ability to deliver operational priorities in line with wider Directorate and University strategies
• Proven experience of assisting with the management of budgets and planning sustainably for the future
• Excellent analytical, interpretation and research skills and a working knowledge of operational requirements within a Division 

 What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

• hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)
• 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
• excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• on campus cinema/theatre, sports facilities, library, nursery (Canterbury) and food outlets
• study while you work discounts, cycle to work scheme, local business discounts
• on-site parking

Please see the links below to view the full job description and also to apply for this post. Please upload a CV and Cover Letter, alongside completing the online application form fully. If you require further information regarding the application process please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting ref number: CSF-791-23-R2.

Further details:   

Please note that we prioritise applications from current University of Kent redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.

Applications must be made via the University’s online application system; CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.

The University of Kent values diversity and promotes equality at all levels.

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