Assistant Director Organisation Development & Learning

University of the West of England; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading university as an Assistant Director of Organisation Development and Learning, where you will spearhead transformative initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and foster a culture of inclusivity. This full-time role, based at the vibrant Frenchay campus, offers a chance to make a significant impact on workforce development and cultural shifts within the university.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Career average pension scheme

Retail savings

Onsite nursery

Opportunities for training and personal development

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering impactful organizational change.
• Experience working alongside senior executive teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and implementation of development strategies.
• Drive positive and sustainable change aligned with strategic goals.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Change

Inclusivity

People Management

Job description

We are seeking a professionally qualified leader to join our newly formed Transformation and Improvement Service as Assistant Director Organisation Development and Learning.

About This Role

You will take a lead in the creation and implementation of development and design strategies that underpin the University’s transformation, leading substantial change initiatives related to leadership, people, culture, and ways of working to enhance our organizational and people effectiveness. This includes developing and delivering an engaging workforce development strategy that aligns our values and culture with our business model.

You will drive positive and sustainable change, ensuring our people, processes, and structures are inclusive and aligned with the University’s strategic goals and performance targets.

About You

You will be a dynamic and engaging leader with a proven track record of delivering impactful organizational change and workforce development strategies. You should have experience working alongside senior executive teams to develop innovative solutions that result in cultural shifts and enhanced organizational performance. The postholder will demonstrate UWE Values, leading by exceptional example with a passion for inclusivity, people management, and service excellence.

About Transformation And Improvement Services

We make change happen.

Planning and implementing change can be complex and challenging. Transformation & Improvement Services simplifies managing change, supporting leaders to prioritize and deliver impactful work. We foster a culture of continuous improvement by breaking down barriers, testing new ideas, and co-creating inclusive solutions that empower our community. By staying ahead of external trends and internal needs, we enable the University to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing environment.

Location

This role is based at our lively Frenchay campus, equipped with the latest facilities and resources to support staff and students in their success.

Why UWE Bristol?

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West, with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from across the globe. Located in Bristol, a vibrant and forward-thinking city, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with a strong network of employer and academic partners.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave, a career average pension scheme, retail savings, onsite nursery, and opportunities for training and personal development.

Adding Your Individuality

UWE Bristol values a diverse university community. We are proud to be part of a multicultural city that celebrates diversity. We encourage talented individuals from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity, decision-making, and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our community and thrive in a supportive environment.

We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates, as they are currently underrepresented in this area of the organization, but all appointments are based on merit. We are also a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from those with disabilities.

Further Information

For more information about this role, contact Katherine Davies at 0117 3282241 or email: [e-mail].

Interviews are scheduled to take place in person on 9 July at our Frenchay Campus.

This is a full-time, permanent position. Due to the nature of the role, it is not available as a job share or part-time.

Our campuses are vital to our success and providing an outstanding experience for students. The role is campus-based for at least 60%, with the option to work from home for the remainder.

Salary offers will be in line with the University's guidelines, based on skills and experience.

Right to Work in the UK

The University must ensure all employees are eligible to work in the UK. You will need to provide evidence of your right to work, following the Home Office guidelines.

Advice to Applicants

If interested, please complete our application form promptly. Describe how your skills and experience meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification, providing specific examples where possible. We will notify shortlisted candidates by email.