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We seek an exceptional Director of Procurement and Commercial to lead procurement, commercial and contract management for the University. This senior role will shape how the University secures value, manages commercial risk and delivers outcome-focused services through external suppliers.You will lead a function of around 25 colleagues, developing a unified, customer-focused culture. You will establish the procurement and commercial strategy, build a forward plan for external spend, and ensure supplier relationships and contracts support financial sustainability, supply chain security and strategic objectives.About the roleAs our senior procurement and commercial authority, you will advise senior leaders on major procurement, commercial and contract matters, including high-value and high-risk projects. You will oversee complex negotiations, strengthen contract and supplier relationship management, and ensure governance, probity and risk-based controls across external spend of approximately £300 million per annum.You will be a key member of the Finance Executive Leadership Team, working closely with the University Executive Board, Executive Directors, and senior stakeholders. Externally, you will represent the University with strategic suppliers, regulators, funding bodies, advisers, sector networks and partners.This role will be hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week on campus.Key responsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership for procurement, commercial and contract management.Develop and implement an ambitious procurement and commercial strategy that delivers value for money, service improvement and risk management.Lead high-value and complex commercial and supplier negotiations, advising on financial, legal and reputational implications.Promote and drive strong contract management and supplier relationship management approachesLead and develop a high-performing, collaborative and customer-focused team.Build strong stakeholder relationships and promote a business partnering approach.Support financial planning through a forward pipeline of procurement opportunities, savings targets and commercial risk mitigation.Ensure strong governance, probity and compliance with internal controls and external statutory requirements.About youYou will bring extensive senior-level procurement, commercial and contract management experience in a large, complex organisation, with the credibility and judgement to influence at executive and Board level. You will be commercially astute, confident in high-value negotiations and experienced in governance frameworks that protect probity while enabling effective decisions.You will have a strong record of leading teams through change, setting strategic direction and building trusted relationships across organisational boundaries. You will explain complex commercial matters clearly to non-specialists and be motivated to modernise procurement and commercial practice in support of the University’s success.Essential experience and attributesStrategic leadership experience in procurement, commercial and contract management within a complex organisation.Experience of managing multimillion-pound external spend across goods, works and services.Strong commercial acumen and experience of leading complex, high-value negotiations.Evidence of advising senior stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions.Experience of leading transformational change, service improvement and innovation.Ability to lead, motivate and develop a high-performing professional team.Ability to solve problems and challenge the status quo, balancing pragmatism and commercial approaches within policy.Membership of CIPS or equivalent professional standing, or demonstrable significant commercial expertise and impact.Why join us?This is a rare opportunity to shape a strategically important function. You will enable financial sustainability, improve value, strengthen commercial capability and support the University’s ambitions through excellent procurement and contract management.To apply, please submit your CV, and supporting statement, setting out how your experience, skills and leadership approach meet the role requirements, along with details for 3 referees. Closing Date: 22 Jul 2026 Section: Management, Specialist & Administrative Salary: Competitive: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience (Level 7) Full Time Permanent

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. Guildford School of Acting at the University of Surrey is one of the most highly regarded theatre schools in the UK, with a vibrant community of performers, performance makers, creative practitioners and technicians graduating from our wide variety of programmes each year.We are seeking an experienced teacher of acting who will contribute to the teaching and assessment of acting across our programmes from Foundation through BA, MA and MFA. The postholder will teach a range of classes in acting fundamentals and collaborative principles and will have experience of broad, rigorous actor training with strong knowledge of key methodologies which may include Lecoq, Michael Chekhov, Stanislavski, Meisner, Viewpoints, and others. Depending on individual skillsets and interests, the postholder may also lead devised/adaptation rehearsal projects, with potential opportunities to direct in-house and public productions. Experience of screen acting technique would be desirable. We are actively committed to attracting a broad range of talent to help build a diverse and inclusive staff community at GSA. We recognise the importance of creating and sustaining a working environment where individuals from different backgrounds feel valued, respected and able to contribute fully, and we continue to develop our approach in this area. We are taking steps to identify and reduce potential barriers that may be experienced by staff, applicants and students.Steps taken include using inclusive recruitment practices such as diverse selection panels where possible, providing training to support fair decision-making, and assessing candidates against clear and relevant criteria. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and particularly encourage applications from groups that are currently under-represented, including people from the Global Majority, disabled people, and those who identify as women, non-binary or trans.If you feel you have the requisite skills and experience and would like to join our team then please apply. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dr Jaq Bessell at [email protected] or Prof Catherine McNamara [email protected] to applyPlease apply including your CV via the University of Surrey website, where you will be asked to complete some criteria questions to help us understand your suitability for the role.Interviews will be held on Wednesday 2nd September.The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early based on volume and calibre of applications. Closing Date: 17 Aug 2026 Area: Research & Teaching Salary: £37,694 to £54,893 per annum

Applications are invited for the above post based in the University of Nottingham Research & Innovation (R&I) department, Nottingham. The University of Nottingham is a research-driven institution with a leading international profile. Research & Innovation provides support, advice and guidance to the University’s research community. It also facilitates interaction between academics, research sponsors, and with business, regional and wider communities.The post holder will work as part of a busy team providing effective and efficient research support for externally funded research through the delivery of high quality post award management services across the University. The role holders will operate as a business partners, working closely with other professional service teams and school/faculty research administrative support as well as directly with academics and other stakeholders, to ensure robust and effective financial management of our research and research related portfolio. The post sits within the R&I Post Award team, within Research Operations, part of Research & Innovation.The successful candidate should be HNC/HND (or equivalent qualification) and/or membership of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) or have relevant financial experience or research admin experience demonstrating adhering to terms and conditions relating to external funders or financial regulations or other experience of following regulations that could be relevant .You will demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving capability that enables you to manipulate figures and data with ease. You will demonstrate the ability to work in a methodical and organised manner with attention to detail, with a high volume of projects to manage. The requirement to be flexible where there are conflicting priorities and also take personal responsibility for owning and resolving issues is key for the role.What we offer-· A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment· A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week· Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.· We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities· You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits websiteFurther information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.Please contact Helen Hammond ([email protected]) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. Closing Date: 20 Jul 2026 Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)

Proud to be Sunderland The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as: A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)Your next opportunityThe Northern Ophthalmic Research and Innovation Institute (NORI), hosted by the University of Sunderland in partnership with South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, is seeking a Funding Development Officer to help grow an ambitious programme of research, innovation and healthcare transformation.This is an exciting opportunity to work at the interface of academia, the NHS, industry and external funders. You will help identify, develop and secure funding for innovation-focused research, translational programmes, commercial partnerships and philanthropic opportunities aligned to NORI and Trust priorities.Working closely with senior academic, clinical and professional services colleagues, you will play a central role in building a sustainable funding pipeline, developing high-quality bids and propositions, and supporting the growth of a new institute with regional, national and international ambition.Please note this is a fixed-term contract for 2-years. Is this you?We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual with experience of funding development, bid writing, innovation support or partnership development. You will be confident identifying opportunities, coordinating contributors, managing deadlines and producing clear, persuasive written content for funders, partners and internal decision-makers.The postholder will work across both the University and NHS Trust environment, so excellent communication, diplomacy and stakeholder management skills are essential.The successful candidate will have:1. Bid development and writingExperience of developing, coordinating and writing high-quality funding applications, bids, tenders or business cases from concept through to submission.2. Opportunity identification and prioritisationAbility to horizon scan, assess funding opportunities, understand funder requirements and prioritise activity based on strategic fit, feasibility and likelihood of success.3. Stakeholder coordination and deliveryStrong project management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate input from multiple colleagues and partners, manage competing deadlines, and ensure submissions are accurate, compliant and delivered on time.Why join us?At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks: Up to 49 days’ holiday - that’s 36 days’ annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays! Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are. Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars. Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts. Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.Ready to Apply?Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need. Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability. Closing date: Sunday 2nd August (23:59 GMT)If you have questions about the role, please contact: NORI Director Professor Matthew Campbell at [email protected] Closing Date: 02 Aug 2026 Team: Support Salary: £38,786 to £46,049