Location: | Reading, Hybrid |
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Salary: | £75,000 to £95,000 per annum |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Permanent |
Placed On: | 11th August 2025 |
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Closes: | 29th August 2025 |
Job Ref: | SRF51116 |
The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 29th August 2025
Help shape the future of Digital governance, risk and assurance at a leading UK and Global University
Are you a visionary leader in digital governance, cyber security, and risk management? Do you thrive in complex environments where your strategic insight and leadership can make a real difference? The University of Reading is seeking an inclusive Director of Digital Governance, Risk and Assurance (GRA) to lead our efforts in safeguarding digital operations and ensuring resilience across our institution.
About the Role
As Director of GRA, you will be at the forefront of our digital transformation, responsible for developing and delivering robust frameworks that ensure our digital services are secure, compliant, accessible and aligned with our strategic goals. You will lead a talented team and work closely with senior stakeholders to embed a culture of cyber awareness and continuous improvement.
This is a pivotal leadership role, reporting directly to the CDIO and deputising when required. You will also play a key role in shaping the Digital Directorate’s strategy, performance, and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a strategic thinker with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style who can bring:
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What We Offer
Please see the attached JDPS for further details.
Interview date : 16th September 2025
For more information, please contact:
Contact Name: Stuart Brown
Contact Job Title: Chief Digital and Information Officer
Contact Email address: stuart.brown@reading.ac.uk
The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
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