Business Manager
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Person Specification • Proven ability of working with initiative, taking decisions and thinking creatively and laterally, exercising independent judgement and professional discretion. • Knowledge and experience of managing complex matters, navigating uncertainty, prioritising workloads, and delivering on time and on budget; • Experience of building effective, trusting partnerships, working across organisational boundaries to lead and motivate formal and informal teams; • Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and the ability to represent the University internally and externally with confidence, diplomacy and authority; • Knowledge and experience of governance and strategic planning, with the ability to synthesise data and outline concepts into clear plans and recommendations; • Outstanding planning and project management skills, including experience of financial and risk management; • Proven record of formulating innovative solutions and practical implementations to deliver strategic objectives; • Experience in the planning and delivery of major capital projects; • Experience at a senior and strategic level within a University or similarly complex organisation; • Proven track record in leading change and creating a culture of continuous improvement; • Intellectually confident, credible, and experienced in leading and managing significant resources; • An open manner with a clear and straightforward management style which will build trust and respect among colleagues at all levels throughout the University; • The appropriate style, stature and interpersonal and communication skills to work collegially and establish credibility across the Estates Office, Professional Services, members of University Executive Board and the Registrar’s Leadership Group; • The ability personally to write clear and persuasive Board papers and business plans and to use fact-based evidence as part of influencing skills; • An intelligent, flexible and proportionate approach to implementing regulation and a preparedness to take ownership in this area.
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