UoS-Director of Estates, Facilities and Commercial Services

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I n t r o d u c t i o n f r o m t h e V i c e - C h a n c e l l o r

Dear Candidate,

The University of Sussex is a remarkable institution. The distinctive ethos on which it was established more than 50 years ago is still very much at the heart of the University. The traditions of creativity, interdisciplinary, innovation and intellectual rigour – in both education and research – play an important part in who we are. Building on this and against a backdrop in which English universities will be facing a period of political and economic change, Sussex is forging ahead and creating a new destiny. We are in strong health. With a reputation forinspirational teaching, we are turning out graduates who are well-rounded global citizens – contributing to the worlds of business, sciences, the arts, academia, government and the third sector. The University is ranked in the top 10 in the UK for graduate employability, and in the top 25 in the THE Most International Universities in the World. The importance of our professional services staff to our mission has never been higher and the effectiveness, efficiency and innovation delivered through their work is essential as together our University presses forward. We care about genuine equity among our academic and non-academic staff, and are determined to continue year by year to improve our operations in service of them and our students. We are also minded to explore the most innovative modern models for our operational organisation and services, introducing greater connectivity and partnership working wherever possible. This is an exciting time in the University’s history as we look to build on the past and redefine Sussex’s distinctiveness for the 21st century.

The role of Director of Estates, Facilities and Commercial Services offers a challenging opportunity for a senior professional to lead a broad portfolio of services encompassing real estate development and management, facilities management and campus and commercial services. This large and diverse remit gives the Director the opportunity to play a crucial role in the realisation of the University’s ambitious Sussex 2025 Strategy and our vision for Sussex to benefit from the leading integrated professional services provision in the UK higher-education sector. I hope you will join us in playing a part in shaping the future of a thriving university, with strong values that we believe make Sussex a very special place.

Introduction from the Vice-Chancellor

About Sussex

The Sussex campus

The role of Director of Estates, Facilities and Commercial Services

Working at the University of Sussex

Brighton and the local area

The appointment process and how to apply

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