Operations Manager Oxford, England
University of Oxford
Full Time
Oxford, England
43414 - 51805 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.
Research Services is one of the key professional services department supporting Oxford’s research and innovation community. The Research Funding and Contracts team within Research Services is key to this endeavour. We supported over 3,000 applications for research funding and executed over 5,000 research-related contracts for researchers across the University in 2021/22.
As the Operations Manager you will play a vital role in enabling the efficient and effective working of our large and diverse team supporting this community.
What We Offer
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
- An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days annual leave
- A comprehensive range of childcare services
- Family leave schemes
- Cycle loan scheme
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
- Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working.
About the Role
This is a varied role covering strategy, training and communications.
You will support the senior management team in the strategic planning and development of the team and its operation.
You will work in partnership with all levels of seniority Research Services and the broader University, delivering projects and initiatives aimed at continuous improvement and change.
You will maintain oversight of our web presence and other communications channels, co-ordinating with colleagues to ensure content is clear, current and appropriate.
You will lead the operational aspects of our engagement with Divisions to foster strong working relationships and to support our engagement with external funders.
You will also play a lead role on the identification and development of training for the team and the external Research Funding and Contracts training portfolio, exploring appropriate channels and platforms for training delivery.
About You
You will be self-motivated with excellent organisation skills, and the ability to manage a complex workload.
You will have a first-class interpersonal skill with the ability to work with a diverse range of stakeholders whilst continuously maintaining a strong customer service ethos.
You will also be someone who is comfortable with ambiguity, and have a strong track record of project delivery and introducing change.
Application Process
You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.
The closing date for applications is 12:00 midday 27 February 2023
Interviews will take place during week commencing 13 March 2023 and will be face to face.
Committed to equality and valuing diversity.
