Department Manager

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Business and Law Faculty Planning and Operations in the Strategy, Enterprise & Sustainability (SES) Department as a Department Manager.

The successful candidate will get involved in strategic initiatives, and provide academic support for the Department, working closely with both the Strategic Planning Directorate and the Head of Department to ensure the smooth running of the Department.

You will provide support in the form of Departmental planning, operations, projects, compliance and strategic initiatives within the Faculty of Business and Law.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

• Highly organised, efficient and thorough.
• Ability to build relationships with staff and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to convey complex information (including numerical data) in a clear, accurate, easily understood and consistent manner.
• A proven record of success in managing multiple projects simultaneously ensuring high quality and timely delivery.

The Faculty of Business and Law's vision is transforming lives, businesses and communities though excellent teaching, world-class research and impactful regional, national and international collaborations and partnerships with businesses, public and third-sector institutions and stakeholders. In December 2019, we became the first modern university to secure ‘Triple Accreditations' status via our AMBA, AACSB and EQUIS accreditations. This places us in a global elite of business schools, with only around 100 institutions attaining this status worldwide.

This role is a great opportunity to learn new skills, build a strong network with a variety of stakeholders, and get involved in exciting projects. You'll be given support with your ongoing professional development, and the guidance and support you need to help you contribute in a way that makes a difference to our University.

If you are interested in supporting an academic Department, enhancing your organisation skills, working on multiple projects and working with a diverse range of people to make things happen, then click below for more information:

How to apply: Please submit your CV and covering letter detailing your suitability for the vacancy, specifically how you meet the essential criteria, and what is set out in the person specification of the job description.

For any questions about the role please contact Zainab Bobat on z.bobat@mmu.ac.uk

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates, who we recognise are underrepresented in this area.