AMIC Chief Operating Officer

We are seeking an innovative and motivated Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC) executive team at Queen’s University Belfast. As COO, you will be responsible for the operations of the centre, developing the systems, processes and operating models to ensure efficient execution of our strategic priorities and driving impactful results.

As a member of the C-suite, you will be a key partner to the CEO, playing a crucial role in shaping and implementing organizational strategy, working with key government and regional stakeholders, while fostering a culture of excellence and performance across all departments.

You will be part of an ambitious team of innovators and problem-solvers who aim to make an impact on business and society in Northern Ireland and globally.

About the person:

The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor's degree, equivalent or higher qualification in business or a related field.
• Significant experience in a senior leadership role(s) within a large complex organisation, with a proven track record of successful strategic execution and delivering impactful results with operating budgets in the order of £10m .
• Strong operational expertise with a deep understanding of business processes and improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrable experience operating successfully in a matrix-driven environment and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
• Demonstrated financial acumen and understanding of key financial metrics.
• Demonstrable commitment to the mission and values of Queen’s University Belfast, AMIC and the objectives of BRCD.

Please note the above are not an exhaustive list. For further information about the role including the essential and desirable criteria, click on the 'Candidate Information' link below.

To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information.

Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.

What we offer:

Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more at https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/HumanResources/pay-reward-and-benefits/

Queen's University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena Swan and have established staff networks such as iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ+) which help us progress equality.

For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit www.qub.ac.uk/diversity .