Head of Information and Library Services

4 days ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time £150 - £200

Head of Information and Library ServicesSince 1990, Cambridge Judge Business School (CJBS) has built a reputation as a centre of rigorous thinking and high‑impact transformational education, situated within one of the world's most prestigious research universities and at the heart of the Cambridge Cluster—the most successful technology entrepreneurship cluster in Europe.Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.At CJBS, we provide a specialist information and library service in the field of business and management studies to members of the business school and the wider University of Cambridge community. Our service boasts a world‑class range of business databases covering company and financial data, industry and market reports, global news and much more.RoleShaping and implementing long‑term strategies, benchmarking services globally, and leading projects that enhance resource accessibility and support teaching and research.Staying ahead of developments in librarianship and technology.Leading and inspiring a high‑performing team through recruitment, training, workload allocation, and performance management.Overseeing acquisition and evaluation of physical and electronic resources, negotiating supplier contracts, and maintaining a strong digital presence in collaboration with IT and Communications.Promoting library services, managing complex enquiries, conducting surveys, and building strategic partnerships within and beyond the University.Managing a substantial budget, producing long‑term forecasts, and identifying opportunities for income generation and external funding.Designing and delivering training programmes, integrating library services into curricula, and championing information literacy.Representing the library on University and sector committees, ensuring compliance with copyright and data protection legislation.We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking leader to oversee our business information and library services. You will bring a proven ability to manage resources, budgets, and high‑performing teams, coupled with expertise in professional library systems and copyright legislation. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills are essential, as is the capacity to deliver innovative, web‑based services that enhance user experience.As a trusted partner across the institution, you will produce high‑quality reports, communicate effectively, and drive strategic initiatives with resilience and collaboration. Your leadership style inspires and motivates others, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.Ideally, you hold a postgraduate qualification in librarianship or information science (or equivalent experience), with experience in a global business school environment, and demonstrate proficiency with standard IT tools.We anticipate that interviews will take place in the week commencing 12 January 2026.Click the “Apply” button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Informal queries may be directed to Please quote reference NS48092 in your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. xpwpeyx 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.



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