As Senior Operations Officer (People) you will be part of an integrated team with responsibility for the coordination, implementation, and continuous improvement of a range of operational processes and activities. With a focus on Core Operations (see below), you will work flexibly to ensure the delivery of excellent support for operations, governance and activity as part of the People function within the Business School’s Operations and Research Team. This will include providing administrative and operational support for HR-related processes including staff, casual and academic admin role recruitment, supporting appraisal and staff development processes, updating resources, and support for other People and Culture related activities as required.

Duties will include:

· Coordinate and provide administrative support for local HR-related processes.

· Develop, deliver and coordinate support and activity across a range of areas ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

· Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of relevant plans, policies and processes.

· Provide high-level administrative support to relevant members of the School’s senior leadership team.

· Contribute to the planning, management and delivery of projects and initiatives to support School plans and priorities

You will contribute to our ambitions to enhance the support provided for world-leading teaching and research. You will need excellent interpersonal skills, work well in a team, be highly organised, flexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced, varied environment. As someone who is self-motivated and has experience of contributing to projects and improving processes, you will help drive forward change and deliver excellent service.

What we offer

· A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment

· A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week

· Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.

· We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities

· You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more.

This is a fixed-term (6 months), full-time (36.25hours per week) position available from September 2026. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application.

Please contact Janet Cooke, janet.cooke@nottingham.ac.uk , if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 20 Aug 2026
Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)

This role is funded and supported by a longstanding partnership with PwC, providing dedicated funding for the programme and creating exceptional opportunities for student development, professional engagement and curriculum innovation.

As Course Director, you will provide leadership for the BSc Accountancy programme, working closely with academic colleagues, students, PwC and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). You will oversee curriculum development, student experience, quality assurance, professional accreditation and programme enhancement, ensuring the programme continues to meet the needs of students, the profession and industry. You will contribute to teaching and curriculum leadership across accounting, including the delivery and assessment of ICAEW-accredited taxation modules such as Principles of Taxation, Tax Compliance and Business Planning: Taxation. You will also represent the School within national and international academic and professional networks, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

· A strong record of excellence in undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching.

· Experience of curriculum design, innovation and programme leadership in higher education.

· The ability to teach ICAEW-accredited professional taxation modules and develop professional-level assessments.

· Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, including experience of supporting and developing colleagues.

Essential qualifications: 

· A full professional accounting qualification (ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS or Chartered Accountants Ireland). 

· A relevant PhD and/or a recognised higher education teaching qualification, professional recognition aligned to the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF), or equivalent experience. 

About Nottingham University Business School 

Nottingham University Business School is a leading international business school with campuses in the UK, China and Malaysia, and holds AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA accreditation across all three locations. With around 180 academic staff, the School is recognised for excellence in research, education and engagement with business, industry and the public sector. We are committed to research-led teaching, sustainability and innovation, preparing students to address contemporary business challenges. 

What we offer: 

· A friendly, diverse and supportive working environment. 

· Hybrid working with a blend of home and campus-based working. 

· 30 days’ annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays and University closure days. 

· Professional development, training and career progression opportunities. 

· Access to a wide range of staff benefits, including health and fitness facilities, discounts and travel schemes. 

This is a full-time, permanent post available from September 2026 (36.25 hours per week). If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements. 

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Hang Le (Hang.Le@nottingham.ac.uk). Applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 27 Aug 2026
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)