Business Operations Officer Visa Sponsorship Uk

Development
Uk
June 10, 2025
£40 - £45 / year
Full Time
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Job Description

College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences (MVLS)
Location: Glasgow, UK
Salary: Grade 7 – £40,497 to £45,413 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, Open-ended
Job Reference: 175556
Application Deadline: 7 July 2025 (23:45 BST)
Visa Sponsorship: Skilled Worker visa eligible

Join a Globally Respected Institution Making a Difference

The University of Glasgow, ranked among the top 100 universities globally and placed 12th worldwide in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024, is a hub for excellence, innovation, and global impact. As we continue to drive forward-thinking research and societal contribution, we are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Business Operations Officer to help support our Shared Research Facilities (SRF) within the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences.

About the Role

As Business Operations Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting the strategic operations of the MVLS Shared Research Facilities. Working closely with the Business Manager, you will lead on the delivery of key projects, manage communications and stakeholder engagement, and help promote our cutting-edge research technologies and training initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to operational excellence in one of the UK’s leading research environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee and coordinate a range of operational projects across different research platforms and departments
  • Develop and implement communication and marketing strategies to promote SRF services, training, and research impact
  • Act as a key liaison between internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth collaboration and information flow
  • Provide expert operational advice and strategic proposals to enhance efficiency across the Shared Research Facilities
  • Contribute to the development and delivery of the College’s long-term research infrastructure goals

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings both strategic insight and hands-on coordination skills. If you’re passionate about research, operational delivery, and fostering impactful partnerships, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Need:

  • Demonstrated experience in operations or project management, ideally in a higher education or research setting
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to engage a variety of audiences
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
  • Experience with stakeholder management and collaborative working practices

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary on the University’s Grade 7 scale
  • Access to excellent pension scheme and benefits
  • Inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace culture
  • Opportunity to support world-changing research and strategic innovation
  • Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates

How to Apply

To apply and learn more about the role, please visit our University of Glasgow job portal.
Informal enquiries can be directed to Amy Cattanach at: Amy.Cattanach@glasgow.ac.uk

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Committed to Equality and Inclusion

At the University of Glasgow, we believe our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially under-represented communities including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates and those with other protected characteristics. Learn more about our equality and inclusion commitments here.

We proudly support the Athena SWAN Charter, holding bronze, silver, and gold awards across our departments.

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