Qualifications
Essential
- A first degree in an appropriate subject area (engineering, physical science, technology or mathematics).
and either or both of the following:
- A Certified Chartered Engineer (or equivalent professional registration with a national regulatory body for Engineering).
- Doctorate degree in engineering or design discipline.
Skills
Essential
- High level verbal and written communication skills.
- Strategic and operational planning, management and business process skills.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Proven ability to motivate staff.
- Ability to effectively influence colleagues without direct authority/line management.
- Able to demonstrate a passion for Engineering, the University of Nottingham and the Faculty of Engineering.
- Able to demonstrate credibility with academic colleagues.
Desirable
- Previous experience of sales in a customer facing role.
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of working within a large organisation with direct accountability to senior stakeholders.
- Experience of developing and implementing strategy.
- Experience of project management.
- Experience of working with and influencing senior management.
- Experience of financial/budget management at a significant level.
- Experience of developing strategic relationships with third parties.
- High levels of business acumen and commercial awareness
Desirable
- Experience of Higher Education recruitment processes and markets.
- Widespread awareness and understanding of University activities and objectives
Statutory, legal or special requirements
Essential
- Highly flexible and prepared to undertake extensive international travel as required throughout the year.
Expectations and behaviours
The University has developed a clear set of core expectations and behaviours that our people should be demonstrating in their work, and as ambassadors of the University’s strategy, vision and values. The following are essential to the role:
Valuing people
Understands that it is essential to provide a structure that people can thrive in. Knows how to communicate with people to create a healthy working environment and get the best out of people.
Taking ownership
Communicates vision clearly, providing direction and focus. Knows how to create a productive environment where people are inspired and can work cross-departmentally in partnership.
Forward thinking
Has the ambition to be a pioneer in own area, anticipating the future change, needs and challenges. Knows how to innovate within their work context and champions others to be inspired to be part of this ambition.
Professional pride
Keeps up to date on latest thinking, trends and work practices. Supports team to be thought leaders; willing to challenge if obstacles get in the way.
Always inclusive
Establishes far reaching partnerships, well beyond own area across a broad range of networks. Understand role to pay due regard to the needs of the whole community.