Dean of School of Management

Salary: Competitive  
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Difference belongs at the University of Bradford. It’s what changes perspectives, fuels innovation and helps people to thrive, within our city and beyond.

We are committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, providing an outstanding student experience. We support our staff and students in pioneering innovative approaches and our rich heritage and commitment to applied research, teaching, and social inclusion drive our strategic partnerships, extending our influence and impact while helping us achieve our strategic goals.

One of the oldest Business Schools in the UK, we celebrated our 60^th anniversary in 2023. Over the course of 60 years, the School has developed a proud history, achieving accreditations, awards, recognitions and successes.

We are proud to be part of an elite group of business schools worldwide with the triple-crown of accreditations: AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. In 2024 we gained Small Business Charter status, in recognition of our outstanding work with small businesses, creating opportunities for students and working with the entrepreneurship community.

We aim to develop future leaders who will make a significant impact on the world of business.

We are seeking a visionary Dean to lead the next phase of our school’s development, further enhancing its national and international reputation.

Candidates who able to demonstrate dynamic, experienced, and inspiring leadership are invited to join our senior management team as Dean of School of Management. The Dean will be responsible for setting and driving the strategic direction of the School, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality education and research, while fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative academic environment.

This role demands a forward-thinking individual capable of navigating the rapidly changing landscape of higher education and global business. The successful candidate will work closely with key stakeholders across the University, industry, and the academic community to ensure the School remains at the forefront of business education, research, and thought leadership.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong academic background with a PhD in a relevant discipline and a notable record of research and teaching. They should have significant leadership experience in a business school or management department, preferably in a triple-accredited institution, and a proven ability to manage academic and administrative teams, including budgeting and resource allocation.

Furthermore, they should demonstrate experience in cultivating partnerships with industry, academia, and other stakeholders while also promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the academic community. Experience in maintaining and enhancing accreditation standards such as AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA is also essential.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a globally recognised management school within a dynamic and supportive academic institution.

Applications should consist of:

• A full CV.
• A covering letter (maximum of two pages) outlining your motivations to apply for this role, your relevant experience and how you meet the criteria of the person specification.
• Please include details of two referees on your CV, though please note that we will not approach your referees without your prior consent and only should you be shortlisted.

The closing date for applications is noon on Wednesday 30^th October.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and are fully committed to supporting all our employees so that they feel able to be their whole selves at work. We particularly welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME), Disabled and LGBTQ+ candidates.