Associate Director - Strategy, Performance & Culture, Directorate of Research, Innovation and E ...

Associate Director - Strategy, Performance & Culture, Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RAI150A)

This is an influential leadership role, responsible for developing organisational capability, leading strategic change and ensuring that institutional priorities are translated into coordinated action across the University. The successful candidate will build strong partnerships across academic and professional services communities and play a key role in enhancing research and enterprise performance.

You will be educated to degree level and have significant senior leadership experience within a university or other research, innovation and enterprise environment, together with a deep understanding of the research and enterprise landscape. You will have a proven track record of leading culture change, developing people and organisational capability, influencing senior stakeholders and delivering strategic priorities in complex organisations.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 9, 69,488 - £78,188 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 26 August 2026

The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

School/Section Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise Division Unspecified Staff Category Administrative Position Type Full Time Grade Grade 9 Salary £69,488 - £78,188 Ref No RAI150A Closing Date 26-AUG-2026

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