School Business and Operations Manager (Fixed Term)
The School of Technology is looking for an experienced generalist administrator to join the team as a School Business and Operations Manager.
In this role you will provide floating support across the School of Technology, working at a senior level to undertake and lead on various projects at either a School or Departmental level.
This role may be deployed into different functions, for example acting as the operational lead of a specific professional service function in a Department or undertaking project work such as reviewing a function within a department or leading on work equality, diversity and inclusion to support an Athena Swan application.
The role will require flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly to different circumstances based on shifting priorities and needs within the School.
The key duties will vary depending on the assignment, but may include:
Supporting and advising, as appropriate, the Head of Department and other senior stakeholders in the development of an academic and operational strategy in a range of areas which may include finance, HR, estate operations
Working with relevant academic leads, either at the Departmental or School level, to provide support for teaching and education and to oversee research administration
Effective change management, working to prepare people for change associated with any given project
Engaging with and understanding the financial implications of work undertaken for departments, both ongoing operational and one-off project support
Overseeing management of space and facilities within the framework set by the Estate Division
Working with the School and Institutional HR Teams, as appropriate, to ensure the provision of comprehensive support in relation to HR matters
Communication and external relations, including liaising with the Office of External Affairs and Communications and the VC's Office concerning Departmental events and commemorations
The ideal candidate will have experience within higher education administration, particularly dealing with senior academic and professional services staff.
You will have proven staff management skills, with substantial experience of strategic planning, policy development, HR knowledge and financial and project management.
Additional information regarding the role may be found within the Further Particulars via the link below. Your application, along with a covering letter, should clearly set out how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification (the skills and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted based upon these criteria.
The University of Cambridge is committed to supporting our staff to thrive both professionally and personally. We aim to support a good work/life balance, whilst retaining the positive aspects of our unique in-person environment and culture. Elements of this role are suitable for hybrid working, where staff can split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records) check and a security check.
The closing date for applications is 2 November 2025
Interviews will be held on Friday 14 November.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 30 June 2027 in the first instance.
Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
If you would like to discuss the role informally, please contact Becky Ramshaw, School Administrator (Governance and Operations) at govern-ops@tech.cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference NN47426 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.