Reporting directly to the Joint President and Vice-Chancellors, you will lead the People and Culture function, providing leadership across organisational development, employee relations, leadership capability, culture and change. This is a pivotal senior management role ensuring our people agenda supports the delivery of ambitious organisational goals.

The Role - based in Farnham - with some travel to our Epsom and Canterbury Campus'

You will:

• Lead the direction of the People and Culture function.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on workforce, culture and organisational effectiveness.
• Drive key transformation, change and organisational development initiatives.
• Build an inclusive, high-performing culture that enables colleagues to thrive.
• Lead employee relations and stakeholder engagement, including partnership working with trade unions.
• Ensure high-quality, responsive People and Culture services across the organisation.

About You

You will be an experienced senior leader with:

• A proven track record of leading the people agenda and organisational change in a large, complex organisation.
• The credibility to influence executive leaders, boards and senior stakeholders.
• Strong expertise in workforce planning, organisational development and employee relations.
• Excellent leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
• A degree-level qualification and FCIPD status, or equivalent professional experience.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact at a pivotal time, helping shape organisational culture, strengthen leadership capability and support the achievement of strategic priorities.

We support agile working and recognise the benefits of flexibility for both individuals and the University. While the role offers flexibility in how work is undertaken, the successful candidate will be expected to be present on campus for a minimum of three days per week, with additional attendance as required to support business needs, leadership responsibilities and key stakeholder engagement.

To Apply

Please click on Apply and upload the following documents to complete the application process:

• Your updated CV
• A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role

Closing Date: 27 Sep 2026

Department/School: Senior Management

Salary: Circa £93,000 per annum
18 month contract Fixed Term Contract