University of Sheffield
Thank you for your interest in The University of Sheffield. We are now seeking to appoint the Dean of the Sheffield University Management School.
In this leadership role, you will work collaboratively with the senior team to develop an ambitious vision and strategy for the School’s financial security and global recognition and align the vision with wider Faculty and University strategic plans.
Our University Vision and Strategic Plan is to deliver life-enhancing research, innovation and education that not only transform the lives of our graduates, but shapes the world we live in. This Vision is underpinned by four equally important pillars: Research, Innovation, Education, and One University.
We are home to 29,000 of the brightest students and over 8,000 staff from more than 140 countries around the world. We want Sheffield to be an international centre of excellence for centuries to come, so we recruit ambitious, creative people from across the globe and we nurture their talent. We are the only university to feature in The Sunday Times 100 Best Not-For-Profit Organisations to Work For 2018.
Sheffield has six Nobel Prize winners among former staff and students and our alumni go on to hold positions of great responsibility and influence all over the world, making significant contributions in their chosen fields.
Our global reputation is reflected by our impressive student recruitment. We continue to attract strong numbers of high-performing, ambitious students from all over the world.
Our world-leading research has a real impact on our economy and society and helps enrich our teaching. We are among the top 10% of UK universities for our research strength and 99% of our research is assessed as internationally recognised or better.
The University of Sheffield is a leading global university renowned for the excellence, impact and distinctiveness of its research-led learning and teaching across a wide range of disciplines. We continue to be recognised for our outstanding teaching and research.
We are seeking expression of interest for the position of Dean of the Sheffield University Management School. Sheffield University Management School has undergone significant growth and development and the University is now looking for an academic to lead the School’s community through the next exciting chapter of growth, using world-class research to develop knowledgeable and employable students, promote socially responsible work practices and have a positive impact on organisations and society.
As Dean, you will lead the development of a new strategy, building on recent success and working closely with the senior leadership team, to achieve the vision to be one of the world’s top business schools within the next 10 years. In addition, you will maximise the opportunity to shape the investment in the teaching and research staff base as the School continues to develop and deliver on its ambitions. Recruiting and developing top class students at Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Doctoral Level is a key priority and commitment to a strong and diverse recruitment will help deliver highly employable and socially engage graduates.
As Dean, it is expected that you will have a strong academic record and standing, operating at Professorial level, with a proven track record of leadership and management. In addition, you should have a strong commitment to promoting a supportive environment that fosters excellence in research and teaching within the School.
We believe in the power of diversity to help us address big global challenges and aim to actively build diverse teams. We know that when people come together with different views, approaches and insights it leads to richer, more creative and innovative teaching and research, and better understanding of student needs.
To find out what makes the University of Sheffield a remarkable place to work, watch this short film:
The University of Sheffield is a leading global university renowned for the excellence, impact and distinctiveness of its research-led learning and teaching across a wide range of disciplines. We continue to be recognised for our outstanding teaching and research and are ranked 104th in the world in the QS World University Rankings.
We are home to 29,000 of the brightest students and over 8,000 staff from more than 140 countries around the world. We want Sheffield to be an international centre of excellence for centuries to come, so we recruit ambitious, creative people from across the globe and we nurture their talent. We are the only university to feature in The Sunday Times 100 Best Not-For-Profit Organisations to Work For 2018.
Sheffield has six Nobel Prize winners among former staff and students and our alumni go on to hold positions of great responsibility and influence all over the world, making significant contributions in their chosen fields.
We work with other leading universities, governments and multinational companies to tackle the biggest challenges facing the world today, from sustainable energy and food production to the global economy.
Our partnerships with companies, including Boeing, Rolls-Royce, Siemens and McLaren, set a new standard for industrial research. Our Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) has a global reputation for helping companies overcome manufacturing problems and is a model for collaborative research involving universities, academics and industry worldwide.
Our global reputation is reflected by our impressive student recruitment. We continue to attract strong numbers of high-performing, ambitious students from all over the world.
With our award-winning Students’ Union, we share a common purpose to provide our students with the best possible experience. The level of collaboration here is clearly built on a foundation of mutual appreciation and respect and I am immensely proud of the work we do in partnership.
Our world-leading research has a real impact on our economy and society and helps enrich our teaching. We are among the top 10% of UK universities for our research strength and 99% of our research is assessed as internationally recognised or better. Our new flagship interdisciplinary University of Sheffield Research Institutes will help address some of our most pressing global social, economic and health challenges. They build on some of our acknowledged areas of research excellence and will bring together people from across all our faculties to maximise our existing strengths and support new ambitions.
The University’s role in supporting growth in the Sheffield City Region is clear for all to see. In the last year, we have continued to support our partners Boeing and McLaren as they build factories next to our AMRC. Our University is truly proud that our research partnerships have attracted this level of investment from high-value global companies and hope these new facilities will act as a catalyst for further investment in our region.
It is a privilege to lead an institution and work with colleagues committed to academic excellence and making a real difference to lives across the world.
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Our Vision and Strategic Plan
The University of Sheffield is special. A world class institution at the heart of our city. Driven by outstanding people working as One University. We believe our work has the power to change lives. Not just for those who study, teach and do research here. But for those who benefit from the breakthroughs we make every day. We are proud of our past. Yet it is the future that really excites us. We are the University of Sheffield. And this is our vision.
Find out more about our Vision and Strategic Plan.
Our Four Pillars
Through our 4 pillars of Research, Innovation, Education and One University, we will deliver life-enhancing research, innovation and education that not only transforms the lives of our graduates but shapes the world we live in.
Research
Our distinctive and innovative research will be world-leading and world- changing. We will produce the highest quality research to drive intellectual advances and address global challenges.
Innovation
Our transformative research and enterprise will address the worldʼs most pressing challenges. We will enable and promote a culture of excellence in innovation and entrepreneurship across the University.
Education
Our research-led programmes will inspire, enthuse and challenge a diverse community of outstanding students. Our graduates will be equipped to stand out as confident global citizens guided by strong values, ethics and standards, able to make meaningful contributions to society.
One University
We will build a diverse community of staff and students from a broad range of backgrounds, demographics and cultures, and create an inclusive, supportive and collaborative environment in which they can succeed and flourish.
Our Story
115 years in the making, our story continues to evolve every day, defined not just by our achievements but by the unique character of our people and this remarkable city.
Our Values
We believe the best way to achieve our Vision and Strategic Plan is by fostering an ambitious, inclusive, collaborative community through our values.
We are, and will always be, guided by our values:
We are ambitious and strive for excellence in all that we do. We believe in collaborative working.
We champion an inclusive and diverse community.
We are responsible – for our people and the wider world.
We are open and transparent about the decisions we make.
Our Mission
Our mission is to have a positive impact on working lives, organisations and societies worldwide, fostering socially responsible management practices through world-class, innovative research and transformative education.
Our Vision
Our vision as an internationally leading management school is to deliver excellence in research and education that promotes positive societal transformation for a fairer, sustainable future.
Sheffield University Management School is a vibrant, internationally diverse community of over 250 academic and professional services colleagues. As a Russell Group School, our world-class research and ambition is at the heart of our endeavours, driving excellent, transformative education and positive societal impact. Through the distinctiveness of our graduates, excellence of our staff, intellectually rigorous research and extensive network of partners, we seek to shape socially responsible management practice and to make a difference to our communities around the world.
We are among the global elite of business and management schools worldwide to hold Triple Crown accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, testament to our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in education, research, student experience and engagement with our external partners, organisations, business and policy makers.
We are home to over 3400 students, studying across the range of our exciting programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate, MBA and PhD level. Our professional programme-level accreditations and dedicated employability hub prepare students for the changing world of work. Our students come from across the world and enjoy a global learning experience that fosters an international outlook. Close synergy between our research and teaching underpins our distinctive, transformative education that positively impacts our students, organisations and wider society.
Our six subject groups provide vibrant, collegial intellectual environments to deliver excellence in research and education. Our thriving, ambitious research centres and clusters drive our world-class research and impact, promoting socially responsible work practices towards positive societal transformation and sustainable policy outcomes. We address local, national and global challenges, foster interdisciplinarity and extensive national and international collaborations with partners, organisations, policymakers and practitioners . Our vibrant, enabling and inclusive research environment advances cutting-edge knowledge around contemporary challenges towards a fairer, sustainable future.
Management School scholars make significant contributions to collaborative, interdisciplinary research agendas addressing global societal challenges within the thriving Faculty of Social Sciences and wider University communities.
Sheffield is a major student city with a strong sense of community. Itʼs vibrant, diverse and surrounded by some of the most breathtaking countryside in the UK. Weʼre not surprised that so many of our students move here and fall in love with Sheffield. They discover a forward-thinking city thatʼs safe, affordable and easy to explore.
Our extraordinary city is the perfect setting for groundbreaking collaborations. Although itʼs world-famous for precision engineering, creative and digital industries account for almost two fifths of the regionʼs jobs. Healthcare technology is another growth sector. Sheffield Teaching Hospitals is the UKʼs largest NHS foundation trust. Our close links with the city make innovation and progression possible.
Sheffield has been called the UKʼs greenest city; there are 50 public parks and 170 woodlands within the city boundary. As Englandʼs fourth-largest city, it has the wealth of facilities youʼd expect to find in a major city, yet
more than a third of Sheffield lies inside the Peak District National Park. Sheffield is geographically diverse, nestled in a natural amphitheatre created by seven hills, and fed by five rivers.
This diversity has given rise to an exceptional range of activities available, from climbing, mountain biking, road cycling, running, walking – weʼve got some of the best in the world. The city contains an abundance of entertainment and cultural activities including award-winning theatres, museums and galleries, a variety of clubs and live music venues, and a range of spectator and participation sports. With a thriving cultural industries quarter and a range of city-wide events throughout the year, there is something on offer to suit everyoneʼs taste and interests.
Located in the centre of the UK, at the heart of an excellent transport network, the M1 and M62 are within easy reach, there are 5 international airports within 65 miles and a bustling railway station offers access to every corner of the UK, and beyond. The main University campus lies on the western edge of the city centre and is easy to get to by car, bus and tram. To find out more about how we work with partners and friends in Sheffield to help shape a culturally and economically vibrant city, click here.
JOB DESCRIPTION
As Dean, you will work closely with the School’s senior team and, more generally will find a Management School that is defined by a collaborative and inclusive community with a strong shared ethos of working together to deliver.
Main Duties and responsibilities
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The following attributes collectively emphasise a balance between academic excellence, leadership and management skills, commitment to diversity and inclusion, effective communication, and financial acumen. The candidate is expected to be not only a leader in their field of study but also a collaborative and inclusive professional capable of fostering a supportive and high-performing academic environment.
Academic and Professional Qualifications:
Research Excellence and Engagement:
Leadership and Management:
People Management and Development:
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
Communication and Relationship Building:
Financial and Budget Management:
Terms and conditions of employment will be those for Professorial staff.
This post can be fixed-term for 5 years, renewable by mutual agreement with the Faculty Vice-President. The post holder would revert to their substantive Professorial role after their appointment as Dean. Alternatively, the post can be agreed as an open ended role.
This post is full-time:
This role has been identified as a full-time post, but we are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities with our staff which benefit both the individual and the University. Therefore, we would consider flexible delivery of the role subject to meeting the business needs of the post. If you wish to explore flexible working opportunities in relation to this post, we encourage you to call or email the departmental contact listed below.
If you join the University you will have access to a Total Reward Package that includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development. You will have access to your own personalised portal where you can also access a comprehensive selection of benefits and offers to suit your changing lifestyle needs, for example financial wellbeing, travel options, shopping and cinema discounts.
The University is committed to tackling the global climate emergency. Our sustainability strategy forms an integral part of all we do. We strive to embed this in all areas of university life, from our students’ education, the globally impacting international research we contribute, to campus life.
We aim to empower staff to work sustainably by giving them the knowledge to make ethical decisions at work and home. Staff have the opportunity to be involved in impactful sustainability projects through the nationally recognised Green Impact scheme.
Staff have access to excellent green benefits including the cycle to work scheme with discounts and free secure bike storage, as well as many greener choices across campus.
If you have an interest in this area, the university will strive to passionately support you in these commitments. Check out www.sheffield.ac.uk/sustainability for more information.
The University of Sheffield recognises the importance of creating a positive environment, whereby all staff feel able to talk openly and with trust about wellbeing and mental health.
Our Staff Wellbeing offer, encourages and supports staff to maintain their own positive health and wellbeing through a range of accessible, inclusive and supportive services and activities.
Our leadership development has been designed to ensure that our leaders have the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed by the University.
Inclusion at Sheffield is everyone’s responsibility. Our vision is to build a University community that actively attracts, engages and develops talented individuals from many different backgrounds.
We are proud of our award-winning equality, diversity and inclusion action, and we continue to work to create a fully inclusive environment where everyone can flourish.
To find out more about the benefits of working at the University, visit www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits.
Creating a remarkable place to work
We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.
By joining the University, you will be joining award-winning teams and departments who are all working together to make the University of Sheffield a remarkable place to work.
Our people and their collective talent are what make Sheffield such a special place to live and work. Weʼre a diverse community that shares values, purpose and identity. Weʼre committed to changing the world for the better, through the power and application of ideas and knowledge.
Weʼll encourage you to pursue the extraordinary. To do this, we want you to be healthy, happy, engaged, and to feel you belong. We build teams of people from different backgrounds whose talent and contributions complement each other to the greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact.
We want to hear from people who are as committed as we are to putting diversity, inclusion and belonging into practice to make the most significant contribution we can to addressing the great challenges of the century.
We make sure to reward and recognise the contributions, values and behaviours that align with those of the University.
Anderson Quigley is acting as an advisor to the University, an executive search process is being carried out by Anderson Quigley in addition to the public advertisement.
The closing date for applications is noon on Wednesday 14th February 2024.
Panel Interviews will take place on 22nd April 2024.
Applications should consist of:
Should you wish to discuss the role in strict confidence, please contact Carolyn Coates on +44 (0)7825 871 944 or carolyn.coates@andersonquigley.com or Kiersten Avery on +44 (0)7510 384 735 or kiersten.avery@andersonquigley.com
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