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School/Department: Bangor Business School
Grade: Professorial Bands 1-3
Salary: £63,670 - £115,849 p.a. on Professorial Bands 1-3
Contract: Permanent
Responsible to: Head of School
The Marketing Group at Bangor Business School encompasses a range of disciplines including Digital Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Analytics, and International Marketing, and provides popular undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Marketing.
Our research seeks to understand how consumer perceptions and judgments are formed and how they influence the decision-making process across diverse contexts. Our research focus spans for-profit and non-profit contexts as well as cross cultural studies, with an emphasis on quantitative methodological approaches (for further information please see https://www.bangor.ac.uk/business/research/consumer-enterprise.php.en).
A re-designed BSc Marketing commenced in 2022. The course emphasises contemporary perspectives on marketing and includes the importance of the digital environment and big data. A new MSc programme in Consumer & Digital Marketing Analytics commenced in 2020.
For more information, and to apply, please click here.
We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.
Salary: £19,623, with progression to £21,686 per annum
Closing Date: 27 October 2021
The Role
Newcastle University is seeking three motivated and organised Education Assistants to join our Education Team. You will provide administrative support to ensure the smooth and effective running of a cluster of the Business School’s taught programmes. Working under the oversight of an Education Administrator and the Education Team Leader, you will complete activities in the School Education Calendar and support student processes and activities. You will provide students with an excellent level of service and ensure that they are effectively supported throughout their programme. This will include acting as front line support for student queries in a range of locations on a rota basis. Following a recent Professional Services reorganisation, there has been significant additional staff resource invested in the School.
You will possess good organisation and communication skills and you will be keen to provide students and staff with a consistently excellent level of service. Ideally, you will have demonstrable work experience in a relevant role in a Higher Education setting, with a working knowledge of relevant University systems, although this is not essential. You will have a working knowledge of relevant systems, equipment, processes and procedures, including standard software packages.
For informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact David Platt, Education Team Leader (David.Platt2@ncl.ac.uk) by email in the first instance. For a full job description and details on how to apply, please see the Newcastle University website.
The post is full time, permanent.
Key Accountabilities
- Working under the oversight of an Education Administrator and the Education team leader, to complete activities in the School Education Activity Planner. These include but are not limited to:
- Inputting amendments to annual documentation such as modules and regulations
- Supporting the student registration and induction cycle, including organising inductions, updating handbooks, and personal tutor allocation
- Ensuring up to date information is uploaded to the various University systems, i.e. SAP, Module Outline Forms (MOFs), NESS, Blackboard
- Inputting updates of teaching materials on University systems as they arise, and the timely distribution of materials to staff and students
- Checking and updating student data using University systems, including ensuring students are appropriately registered on programmes and modules as required. Communicating changes and providing information to other services
- Receiving and collating exam papers from academic colleagues, receiving and checking of coursework, including follow up for non or late submissions, distributing and tracking assessed work out for marking and chasing to ensure it is processed within expected timescales. Transcribing or uploading marks to relevant University systems, i.e. NESS, Blackboard. Acting as secretary to Module Moderation Boards and Boards of Examiners, including agenda preparation and circulation, minute taking and monitoring progress of actions
- Acting as secretary to meetings including, but not limited to, Boards of Studies and Examiner and Module Moderation Boards, including meeting organisation, agenda preparation and circulation, minute taking and monitoring of actions
- Setting up University systems evaluations for students to complete
- Managing receipt of absence request forms and processing of PEC requests, approving extensions within set criteria, liaising with professional service and academic colleagues where necessary, communicating decisions back to students and ensuring that institutional systems are updated
- Providing support for post application visit days
- To provide students with a consistent level of service and ensure they are effectively supported throughout their programme lifecycle, including whilst taking part in activities such as placements and mobility opportunities
- To act as front line support for student queries in various locations associated with the School on a rota basis and will be expected to take on a generic health and safety role within the School
- To work closely with colleagues/teams at School, University and faculty level to: deliver Business School strategy, ensuring alignment with the University’s strategies, policies, guidelines and approaches; share best practice in a service culture; and undertake joint planning with a commitment to change management in order to maximise impact and effectiveness
- To carry out other duties, as defined by line manager, which support the successful achievement of Business School vision and strategy
The Person (Essential)
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Working knowledge of relevant systems equipment, processes and procedures including standard software packages
- Appreciation of the standards for the conduct and output of the role
- Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing
- Good I.T. skills, i.e. good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages
- Familiarity with work priorities and those of colleagues
- Basic understanding of relevant policies and procedures, as they affect the role
- Willingness and availability to work flexibly when required and agreed with line manager
- Working knowledge of relevant systems (SAP, NESS, MOFs, Blackboard, Syllabus Plus, Evasys) (Desirable)
- Demonstrable work experience in a relevant role and/or comparable setting (Desirable)
Qualifications
- Grades A-C in English Language and Mathematics at GCSE (or vocational qualifications or equivalent)
Newcastle University is committed to being a fully inclusive Global University which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of race, sex, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, as well as being open to flexible working practices.
The University holds a silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. The University also holds the HR Excellence in Research award for our work to support the career development of our researchers, and is a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
We understand how important the full employment package is to our colleagues at Newcastle University and we are committed to providing a great range of benefits and discounts for all. You can learn more about what is available here on our Benefits Website page.
Salary: £55,840 - £62,415 per annum inclusive of London allowance for a Reader, or off scale for a Professor
Reference: QMUL24817
Location: Mile End
Closing date: 14-May-2021
About the Role
The School of Business and Management (SBM) seeks to recruit an outstanding researcher and teacher to a Readership or Professorship in Consumer Behaviour (Teaching & Research). This post offers an opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of marketing research and teaching in a rapidly growing and distinctive business and management school.
About You
Applicants should be able to demonstrate the capacity to research and publish at a world-leading level. The successful applicant will be a recognised leader in the field of consumer behaviour and be expected to have a strong and sustained publication record. Applicants should have a completed doctorate. The Reader/Professor will make significant contributions to the intellectual life of the School of Business and Management and the Department of Marketing. They will lead their research group by example, providing direction that will enable its success, deliver high quality teaching which enhances student experience, as well as contributing as a senior academic to the wider achievements of the School and Department. The post-holder will achieve this by:
- Making important research contributions to the field;
- Advancing the subject or profession through publications, creative works or other forms of scholarship or performance;
- Delivering high quality teaching including making innovations in key aspects of teaching and learning;
- Contributing to the administration of research, teaching and other university activities;
- Guiding and developing grant proposals;
- Maximising opportunities for public engagement in the subject.
The School is strongly committed to the development of all its staff and we will ensure that the successful candidate has the opportunity to develop their teaching, research and administrative skills.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the consumer behaviour teaching on our MSc and undergraduate programmes. We will consider applications from any area of consumer behaviour and consumer psychology. Applicants will be expected to show how their research interests complement those within the School and how they can contribute to the development of marketing programmes within the department of marketing.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.
The post is based at the Mile End Campus in London. It is a full-time, permanent appointment with an expected start date of 1st September 2021. The starting salary will be in the range of £55,840 - £62,415 per annum inclusive of London allowance in the case of a Readership, or off scale in the case of a Professorship.
How to apply
Your application should include:
- a statement as to whether you are applying for a Readership or a Professorship,
- a focused CV of no more than fifteen pages, to include up to one page of evidence of teaching quality (for example recent evaluations and teaching awards or other recognition),
- a brief (one page) outline of your research plans for the next three years.
As part of the selection process, you will be asked to present to members of the Department of Marketing on your research and teaching. Please do not send research papers or evidence of qualifications with your application as these will be requested at a later stage in the process.
Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or Other Minority Ethnic groups and women as these groups are underrepresented at this level at Queen Mary.
Enquiries can be addressed to:
Professor Stephan Henneberg, Head of Marketing Department and Chair Professor of Marketing and Strategy: s.henneberg@qmul.ac.uk
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Location: Paisley/Lanarkshire
Salary: £54,420 - £63,059 per annum depending on experience
Hours: Full time - 35 hours per week
Job category: Academic and Research
Contract: Permanent
The UWS School of Business and Creative Industries is continuing to make a significant investment in academic posts to support its strategic development and to help further position the School as a key player locally, nationally and internationally. You will join a dedicated team who strive to continuously inspire our students and wider University community and, through modern teaching and impactful research, continue to deliver innovative solutions to some of the world's biggest challenges.
This post will give individuals the opportunity to further develop their academic career and has arisen due to the success of our undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in the Accounting, Finance and Law Division. You will have the opportunity to carry out teaching, research and knowledge exchange and external engagement activities.
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about their subject and who can contribute to the on-going expansion of their subject area delivery, as well as to the commercialisation activities of the Division. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching across core BAcc modules in particular, as well as contribute to modules on the MSc Finance and Accounting with CIMA programme. There is a particular desire to recruit and strengthen in the areas of Financial Accounting, Audit, Taxation and Enterprise Risk.
The successful candidate should have the following:
- An internationally recognised accountancy qualification and/or will have successfully completed a PhD or equivalent Doctoral degree (or be working towards)
- Experience of leadership, either as a line manager or a programme leader
- Be able to lead, write and coordinate modules, develop research projects and lead learning and knowledge exchange projects in partnership with external stakeholders
- Ideally you should also have experience of hybrid delivery of learning and teaching, and experience of use of authentic/real-world assessment approaches
You will be joining us at a very exciting time in our development and would become part of a dedicated team who offer exceptional support and guidance to students. You will have opportunities to help build the reputation and profile of our School as a leading contributor to the economic and social development of the communities in which we work.
ABOUT US
UWS was named Higher Educational Institution of the Year in the The Herald Higher Education Awards 2022, and is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 600 universities worldwide (2022 World University Rankings) as well as in the top 150 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2022 Young University Rankings).
University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland's largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education.
Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses. With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others.
The School of Business & Creative Industries at UWS is a vibrant community, delivering innovative learning and teaching alongside a rapidly developing research and enterprise profile. You will join a supportive and motivating team, where you will be part of a multicultural, multidisciplinary community of scholars and students from around the world. Students benefit from our strong links with industry, and the world-class research that underpins our courses, delivered on each of our five campuses and through many partners across the globe.
We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes:
- 35 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays
- 23% employer's pension contribution, including death in service benefits on joining the pension scheme
- A flexible approach to working patterns and work-life balance
- Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
- Fitness facilities across our campuses
- Free Gym membership
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Professional, career and research development opportunities
Informal enquiries in the first instance, can be made to Dr Carolynn Gray, Head of Division Accounting, Finance and Law, via Carolynn.Gray@uws.ac.uk
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Location: ICC Wales (Newport) & Chartered ABS offices, London
Contract: 3 day paid work experience (15 & 22-23 May 2022)
No. available: Up to four placements are available
Salary: £11.50 per hour (plus travel expenses as required)
Responsible to: Oliver Lowe, Interim Director of Business Development & Events
The Chartered Association of Business Schools is the voice of the business and management education sector in the UK (www.charteredabs.org). These work experience placements are to help organise and run the Chartered ABS’s annual Learning, Teaching & Student Experience conference taking place on 22-23 May at the ICC Wales in Newport. The conference attracts approximately 400 delegates and includes a dinner for 250 on the first evening.
The placements would suit someone studying Events Management or a related degree who wants to get real-world experience of helping to run a commercial conference.
The people taking on these placements will work closely with the Chartered ABS team in the week prior to the event and on the day. These short placements are split into two parts and people need to be available from 9:00-17:00 on all 3 dates.
Part one
A day’s work experience on Monday 15 May at the Chartered ABS office in London. Tasks will include:
• Helping to make final logistical arrangements with the venue
• Liaising with conference presenters
• Updating delegate records
• Assisting with the finalisation of the conference branding
Part two
2 days’ work experience at the conference itself at the ICC Wales venue on 22-23 May. Tasks will include:
• Helping to run the registration desk
• Dealing with participant and presenter enquiries
• Directing and managing attendees
• Assisting ‘in session’ as and where required
Please note
You don’t need prior event experience, but we do expect applicants to have:
• An interest in a career in event management (for example in logistics, production or marketing)
• A willingness to ‘muck in’ with the rest of the team and help out as and where required
• A smart personal appearance and good interpersonal skills
• A ‘can do’ and positive approach
• These short placements require students to be available on the dates specified
Application procedure
If you are interested in a placement then please send a copy of your CV and a short cover note to Oliver Lowe (oliver.lowe@charteredabs.org) by 15:00 on Thursday 27 April. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place via Zoom.
Full details can be found here.
Location: 40 Queen Street, London, EC4R 1DD
Contract: Full-time FTC until March 2025
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum
Responsible to: Head of Alumni Network
Applicants are asked to send their CV, with a covering letter explaining how they meet the 'person specification', by 19 May 2023 to Gareth Davies Gareth.davies@charteredabs.org .
PURPOSE OF THE POST
This is a new role that will be responsible for the evaluation and execution of strategic growth opportunities for Help to Grow: Management via collaborative partnerships and commercial opportunities.
You will be joining a growing team reporting to the Head of Alumni and working closely with others across the organisation and our government partners. It also involves communicating and presenting business opportunities internally to key stakeholders and externally to potential partners.
This is an important role that offers the opportunity to help ensure this project’s legacy and make a transformative impact for SMEs in the UK.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Partnerships and Business Development Manager to join our team.
We aim to build partnerships with businesses and Not for Profit organisations to create innovative new ways of delivering support for HTG Alumni. We are seeking out partners who have the vision to think big and go on a journey with us, challenging current forms of delivery, and piloting new ideas that can be scaled nationally.
You will be responsible for the full cycle of partnership development: finding and generating leads; building relationships; writing proposals and account managing existing partners. You will be responsible for supporting partners and find ways to solve process challenges or blockages during projects. You will also gather feedback from clients/partners on their experience working with us to help ensure we continue to deliver outstanding value to Alumni.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for a self-starter with great interpersonal skills and a strategic view of building partnerships. You’ll manage our new business pipeline, ensuring we’re maintaining and strengthening our relationships with both prospective and current partners, coming up with fresh ideas and bringing them to fruition, closing deals and ensuring renewals.
ABOUT US
Announced by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, the HTGM Programme is a nationwide leadership programme available to 30,000 small business leaders over three years up to 2024. On completion of the course each participant will join the HTGM Alumni Network. The Small Business Charter (SBC) and the business schools delivering the programme will maintain engagement with this alumni network through a programme of local, regional, and national events, and an engagement strategy which includes content, communications, and an online network.
The Programme is managed by the Small Business Charter (SBC), part of the Chartered Association of Business Schools (Chartered ABS). The SBC is a national accreditation awarded to business schools for excellence in supporting small businesses, student entrepreneurship, and local economic growth.
Chartered ABS represents the UK’s university business schools and supports them to deliver world class teaching and impactful research through lobbying, professional development and sharing of best practice. The team have won numerous awards for our events and other services. To find out more, go to: https://smallbusinesscharter.org/ and http://charteredabs.org.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establishing innovative strategic collaborations and commercial partnerships with external organisations that can benefit Alumni of the course.
- Working closely with senior stakeholders from across the team to coordinate due diligence, negotiation and contracting with external partners.
EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
- At least 5 years’ experience working in a partnership building/business development role.
- Building partnerships with external organisations.
- Negotiating and securing commercial contracts.
- Managing multiple projects at once and skillfully balancing priorities under time pressures.
- Experience with account management.
- Experience of proposal writing.
DESIRABLE
- Partnership development within the both the corporate and NFP sectors.
- Experience in marketing/sales.
- Knowledge or experience of working with government/public sector.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
ESSENTIAL
- Strong interpersonal skills – good relationship builder.
- Strong public speaker who can draft and deliver a great presentation.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Excellent written and verbal communication – ability to write compelling commercial proposals and present proposals.
- Ability to proofread and edit documents quickly.
- Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities simultaneously.
- Strong research skills, to source potential partners and understand their priorities.
- Desire to develop and undertake training as required.
- Willing to travel and work flexibly.
DESIRABLE
- Ability to use other software/tools to build presentations/proposals.
- Strategic thinking around marketplaces, audiences, organisations and stakeholders to reach prospects.
PERSONAL QUALITIES/PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOUR REQUIRED:
- Collaborative
- Responsible/Accountable
- Honest
- Transparent
- Responds to new ideas with openness
- Driven by results
- Willingness to be agile and test new approaches
- Commitment to personal development and learning
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