About this role
We are currently seeking a Strategic Projects & Change Manager, who will play a key role in managing and facilitating change projects, new ways of working, and process improvements across the university. You will also support the wider remits of the Strategic Projects & Change Unit, which will have a focus of supporting the Academic Schools and ensuring sustainable Portfolio Development, as a key priority within the University’s Strategy 2035 Within the role you will provide strategic support to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice-Chancellor Academic and Heads of Schools in delivering key project and change initiatives across the University.
Responsibilities will include reviewing, developing and integrating university-wide portfolio development processes and reporting, alongside leading communication and stakeholder engagement for portfolio development and strategic initiatives within Research and Knowledge Exchange. You will also support relevant senior governance groups, ensuring effective coordination and oversight, and take responsibility for the end-to-end management of cross-university projects, where appropriate and as agreed by the University Executive Board. Travel to London and Birmingham may be required on occasion