Director of Campus Innovation (DCI25)

University of Lincoln; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Lincoln is seeking a Director of Campus Innovation to shape the future of its campuses. The role includes delivering innovation, capital programme delivery, and leading campus services. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with strong commercial acumen, excited to develop industry-leading operations. Applications should include a CV and supporting statement, with a closing date of 19 Oct 2025.

Qualifications

• Strong sense of purpose and a can-do mindset.
• Ability to lead a culture across estates and facilities services.
• Excitement to turn ambition into action.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of campuses and deliver a vision for innovation.
• Transform the Brayford Pool campus and optimise accommodation.
• Develop partnerships to benefit the University and the city.
• Develop a cutting-edge AgriTech campus.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Commercial acumen

Customer-focused approach

Partnership development

Job description

Overview

The University of Lincoln is seeking to appoint to the newly created role of Director of Campus Innovation. This is a transformative leadership opportunity to shape the future of our campuses and deliver a bold vision for innovation, regeneration, and operational excellence. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with our Vice Chancellor, Board, and Executive team, the Director will lead with a hugely influential remit encompassing estates strategy and campus transformation, capital programme delivery, estates operations, and campus services including accommodation, retail, and hospitality.

Key priorities

• Transforming our Brayford Pool campus to refresh the vibrant heart of our university
• Consolidating and optimising our campus and accommodation portfolio to unlock commercial income streams
• Delivering industry-leading, customer-focused campus operations and services
• Partnering with public and private sector organisations to develop land and property assets that benefit the University, the city of Lincoln, and the wider region
• Developing a cutting-edge AgriTech campus at Riseholme, centred around the Lincoln Institute for Agri-Food Technology

We are seeking a visionary leader with a strong sense of purpose and a “can-do” mindset. You will be customer-focused, listening to and responding to the needs of students, staff, and stakeholders, and will lead this culture across the Estates, Facilities and Campus Services. You will bring commercial acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to the development and optimisation of our campus and be confident working with external partners to deliver outcomes that benefit the University, the city, and the region.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone with a compelling motivation and passion to join our team — someone who sees the potential of this role and who is excited to turn ambition into action.

To learn more about the role, view the Candidate Brochure at: UOL_Director of Campus Innovation

To arrange a briefing discussion please contact our advisors Ben Duffill (07976 125 010 / [e-mail]) or Michael Hewlett (07972 579 938 / [e-mail]) at MRG.

Applications should consist of a CV and supporting statement and can be sent to [e-mail].

Closing Date: 19 Oct 2025

Department: Administrative and Professional Services