Head of School

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Birkbeck, University of London Full time

**Salary range**

Competitive

**Contract type**

Open ended

**Mode**

Full time

**Grade**

10

**Business Unit**

Faculty of Business and Law

**Closing date for applicants**

06-Jun-2024

**Ref No**

1823

Birkbeck, University of London, is excited to announce a unique opportunity for a Head of School, Birkbeck Business School to join our Faculty of Business and Law.

As one of eight Schools, as the Head of School, Birkbeck Business School, you will have the opportunity to work closely alongside the Executive Dean of Faculty, Vice Chancellor and senior colleagues as part of the University’s leadership team, and make your ambitions a reality.

As the Head of School, Birkbeck Business School, your role will include:

- Providing strategic leadership, aligning the School's goals with Faculty and University objectives
- Overseeing day-to-day management of academic staff and efficient use of resources
- Developing and implementing processes for academic staff review, workload allocation, and mentoring
- Identifying opportunities for growth in teaching, research, and external partnerships
- Working with the Vice Chancellor and other leadership team members on specific projects and objectives.

We are looking for a Head of School who:

- Has a strong track record of academic achievement in a discipline relevant to the School
- Demonstrates strong academic leadership in both teaching and research
- Has administrative/management experience in a higher education institution
- Has a good understanding of strategic issues affecting UK and international higher education
- Has the ability to inspire and foster innovation and initiatives in research, education, and public engagement.

Birkbeck, University of London, is a world-class research and teaching institution. We are a vibrant community of scholars, with a commitment to providing academic excellence. Our Faculty of Business and Law, established in 2023 and one of three main faculties, draws together two academically rigorous and vocational disciplines - Birkbeck Business School and Birkbeck Law School.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced academic leader to shape the future of the Birkbeck Business School. If you are passionate about driving academic excellence and innovation, we would love to hear from you.

If you have experience or interest in roles such as Dean of Business & Law, Director of Business Studies, Business & Law Department Head, Senior Academic Leader, or Faculty Head, this Head of School, Birkbeck Business School, role could be the next step in your career.

**Remuneration**

Birkbeck offers a competitive salary and some of the most generous benefits in the sector, all the while being located right in the heart of Central London.

**Terms of Appointment**

Fixed term in role for a period of five years (with a possible extension) after which, an open-ended appointment will be to an academic role at the appropriate level.

**Enquiries**
- We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer Scheme._

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