Business and Operations Manager

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business and Operations Manager in the Department of Earth Sciences at a prestigious university. This role involves supporting strategic objectives, overseeing finance and HR, and ensuring continuous improvement in operations. The successful candidate will provide leadership across two main sites, fostering connections between support staff and driving new developments in teaching and research. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and managerial skills, along with extensive administrative experience. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a vibrant academic environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and managerial skills required.
• Extensive administrative experience and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Department in achieving strategic objectives.
• Manage department's business operations and implement effective systems.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Managerial Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Administrative Experience

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Business or Management

Experience in Higher Education

Job description

Job Title: Business and Operations Manager, Cambridge

University of Cambridge is seeking a Business and Operations Manager for the Department of Earth Sciences.

Location:

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business and Operations Manager to join the Department of Earth Sciences. The appointed individual will support the Head of the Department in achieving strategic objectives, overseeing finance, HR, teaching, and research grants, and supporting the Sedgwick Museum and IEEF.

The role involves managing the department's business operations, ensuring continuous improvement, and implementing effective systems to meet operational needs. The manager will advise on governance, policy, and business operations, and support new developments for teaching and research.

The department operates across two main sites: one on Downing Street in central Cambridge and another at Madingley Rise in West Cambridge. The manager will be based at the Downing Site, maintaining connections between support staff on both sites, providing strategic and operational leadership.

Ideal candidates will have excellent organizational and managerial skills, extensive administrative experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work flexibly and proactively. Experience in higher education is advantageous.