Strategic Delivery Partner, Research Strategy & Services

University of Birmingham; Park Central; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK university is seeking a Strategic Delivery Partner to enable excellence in operations, communications, and change delivery. This new role requires strong interpersonal skills, strategic coordination, and project oversight. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, providing support to senior leadership and ensuring effective communication. Benefits include flexible working arrangements and substantial paid holidays.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

40 days paid holiday per year

Paid day for volunteering

Occupational sick pay

Pension scheme

Subsidised day nurseries

Qualifications

• Track record of successfully delivering projects in a change-oriented environment.
• Ability to synthesize complex information quickly.
• Experience supporting governance or committee structures.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key advisor to the RSSD Senior Leadership Team.
• Coordinate and maintain portfolio of Standard Operating Procedures.
• Lead discrete projects on behalf of the RSSD SLT.

Skills

Project delivery

Exceptional writing

Interpersonal skills

Political sensitivity

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

A prominent UK university is seeking a Strategic Delivery Partner to enable excellence in operations, communications, and change delivery. This new role requires strong interpersonal skills, strategic coordination, and project oversight. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, providing support to senior leadership and ensuring effective communication. Benefits include flexible working arrangements and substantial paid holidays.