Associate Professor in Coaching and Organisational Behaviour(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

This position plays a key role in advancing Henley’s reputation for excellence in leadership, coaching, and organisational behaviour. You will contribute to postgraduate and executive education programmes while continuing to build a strong research profile that influences both scholarship and practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging teaching on MBA, MSc, and related postgraduate programmes
• Contribute to executive education, where appropriate
• Use facilitative and collaborative teaching approaches suited to experienced professionals
• Produce high-quality, internationally recognised research
• Supervise postgraduate students and contribute to academic leadership within the department
• Actively participate in teamwork, while working confidently with academic autonomy

About You

We are looking for an academic who is both intellectually rigorous and highly personable—someone who thrives in a challenging, professional learning environment.

You will bring:

• Proven experience teaching at postgraduate level (MBA/MSc or equivalent)
• A strong track record of research and teaching excellence in Coaching and/or Organisational Behaviour
• A facilitative teaching style that encourages reflection, dialogue, and applied learning
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with senior, experienced learners
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative academic culture

Visa & Right to Work Information

Sponsorship may be available under the UK Skilled Worker route, subject to eligibility under the applicable SOC code. Applicants considering sponsorship must ensure they meet the UK points-based requirements before applying.

Skilled Worker visa overview:
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Equality, Inclusion & Flexible Working

The University of Reading is deeply committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workforce. We proudly support:

• Athena SWAN Charter (gender equality)
• Race Equality Charter
• LGBT+ inclusion initiatives
• Disability Confident Employer status (Level 2)

Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are welcome and will be considered in line with operational needs.

Our practices align with UK equality and employment legislation:

Equality and discrimination protections:
https://www.gov.uk/discrimination-your-rights

Employment contracts and conditions:
https://www.gov.uk/employment-contracts-and-conditions

Key Dates

• Applications close: 28 January 2026 (23:59)
• Interviews: 10 February 2026

Join Henley Business School

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of leadership education within a globally respected institution—while advancing your academic career in a supportive, values-driven environment.

If you’re passionate about coaching, organisational behaviour, and transformative education, we would love to hear from you.