Director of Estates and Facilities

4 weeks ago


Brighton, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom University of Sussex Full time
About the Role

The University of Sussex is seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader to join its senior management team as Director of Estates, Facilities and Commercial Services.

This is a critical role that will support the realisation of our new strategy 'Sussex 2035: Creating Progressive Futures'. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in estates and facilities leadership roles at a senior and strategic level, and a deep knowledge and understanding of, and a strong commitment to, delivering estates solutions to the challenges of climate change and environmental sustainability.

The Director of Estates, Facilities and Commercial Services is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational management for the University's estate and all associated facilities management and commercial services. This includes masterplanning and capital development, property and space management, facilities management, environmental sustainability and commercial services such as catering, hospitality, student accommodation and sport.

About the University

The University of Sussex is a world-class institution with a global reputation for academic excellence and innovation. We are ranked 31st in the UK and joint 246th overall in the latest QS World University Rankings 2025, with 10 subjects listed within the UK top 20 QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 and Development Studies ranked first in the world for the eight consecutive year.

We are committed to creating a world-class physical environment that supports the delivery of our academic ambitions and provides an exceptional student, staff and visitor experience. We are seeking a candidate who shares our vision and values and is passionate about delivering estates solutions that are sustainable, efficient and effective.

What We Offer

The University offers a compelling employer proposition including significant investment in staff wellbeing and development, a generous pension scheme and annual leave allowance, and access to campus facilities. We also offer relocation support for individuals seeking to relocate to the area to take up the position.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from people who identify as being from underrepresented backgrounds.



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