Unitemps Branch Manager Ref: 60101

Brighton and Sussex Medical School; Falmer; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Sussex is opening its first Unitemps Branch on Falmer Campus in early 2027. As Branch Manager you will lead the launch, operation and growth of the branch, developing a business plan to identify new internal opportunities and building strong relationships with local employers.

You will manage the Unitemps team, work with stakeholders across the University to deliver a cohesive recruitment offering, and ensure the branch operates on campus five days a week, including events such as

Qualifications

• Experience driving recruitment sales targets and hitting growth objectives.
• Strong understanding of local recruitment market and business development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proven leadership.
• Experience managing a team in a fast-paced recruitment environment.

Responsibilities

• Launch, operate and grow the Unitemps branch on campus.
• Develop a business plan to identify new internal opportunities and relationships with local employers.
• Lead, motivate and develop the Unitemps team and align with University stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with Careers, HR, Student Recruitment, Widening Participation and Faculty Operations.
• Open the branch for key university events and ensure campus-based operation 5 days a week.

Skills

Recruitment sales targets

Business development

Communication skills

Leadership

Job description

Unitemps Branch Office, Falmer Campus/Hybrid

Hours

Full-time considered up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours) Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).

Grade 7 starting at £38,784 to £46,049 per annum, pro rata if part time.

Contract Type

Permanent

About the role

This is a really exciting opportunity to join the University of Sussex as we open our first Unitemps Branch on campus in early 2027.

Our Unitemps branch will provide job opportunities for students through temporary recruitment within University departments, alongside roles with external employers throughout the local area. As Branch Manager you will lead the launch, operation and growth of the branch.

The Branch Manager will develop a business plan to identify new internal business opportunities, alongside building strong relationships with local employers. In addition, the Branch Manager will lead, motivate and develop the Unitemps team.

The Unitemps team will work closely with stakeholders across the University to deliver a cohesive recruitment offering to students. Key stakeholders include Careers, HR, Student Recruitment, Widening Participation and Faculty Operations.

This role will be predominantly campus based, with the Branch open 5 days a week, alongside opening for key University events such as Open Days and Applicant Visit Days.

About you

You will be an experienced recruiter, with experience of achieving recruitment sales targets and the ability to identify new sales and marketing opportunities.

You will understand the local recruitment market and have business development experience at a senior level.

Alongside excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will be an effective manager who can lead a team operating in a fast-paced recruitment environment.

Why work here

Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus.

• We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.

Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.

If you are experiencing any issues using our application portal or if you require adjustments to be made to the selection process, please contact us on [phone] or [e-mail] to discuss your requirements.