School Manager

1 day ago

Saint Andrews, Fife, United Kingdom University of St Andrews Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the School of Biology as School Manager.

The School of Biology Manager is a strategic leadership role within the School, directly enabling the School to deliver world-leading research and education. Working alongside the Head of School and other senior colleagues you will undertake key leadership activities to deliver operational success, financial oversight and long-term strategic development. As line manager to the senior school, teaching and research administrators you will play a crucial role in the efficient running of the School.

The postholder will be a forward-looking colleague operating with a high degree of autonomy and authority, making decisions that maintain and enhance the School's reputation for excellence. Recognizing our commitment to being a beacon for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion you will lead by example in creating an environment where all can thrive.

St Andrews offers more than just a place to work—it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.

In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the School Manager includes:

  • Financial contribution to relocation
  • Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions of 14.5%
  • A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance
  • Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
  • Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
  • Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
  • 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.

Closing Date: 01 December 2025Interview Date: 16 December 2025 (Provisional)

Please quote ref: AD4838LS

Biology

Salary: £47,389 - £58,226 per annum

Start Date: January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter

School/Unit: School of Biology

Posted: 14/11/2025

Closing date: 01/12/2025

Closing time: 23:59

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