We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Here at the University of Derby, the College of Science and Engineering is the home STEM, the skills that are essential to the UK’s Industrial Strategy. From digitisation to decarbonisation, we have an important role to play in shaping the future. And by researching or collaborating with us, you can too. 

The College brings together a powerful combination of scientific expertise, technological innovation, and creative practice. With disciplines spanning computing, AI, Data Science, engineering, environmental sciences, built environments and Psychology. We are uniquely positioned to solve real-world challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. 

Our courses are designed with employability and future industry needs in mind, supported by cutting-edge facilities, strong employer partnerships, and a commitment to sustainability. Through applied research and hands-on learning, we equip students and staff to drive progress in areas that matter most; from smart technology to clean energy, advanced manufacturing to immersive design.

School of Sport and Exercise Science 

The School of Sport and Exercise Science covers physiology and psychology; biomechanics and performance analysis; strength, conditioning and rehabilitation; sport management; sport education and coaching. The School will have a focus on performance sports, exercise and recreational sports, and physical activity for health and wellbeing. Sport and Exercise Sciences at Derby engages with industry and ensures impact through our applied provision across a broad range of professional, semi-professional and amateur sport organisations across Derbyshire, including Derbyshire County Cricket Club, Derby County Football Club, Derby Rugby Football Club, Derventio Swimming Club, Derbyshire Institute of Sport, and Active Derbyshire. 

Our industry-informed and student-led approach, combined with our wide knowledge and skill set in a broad spectrum of areas within health and performance, drive industry standards and promote development, transition and independence. This creates a vibrant, exciting and inclusive place for our students to learn and allows our graduates to make a real impact in the health and sporting world. 

About the Role

The Sport and Exercise Science subject area is a dynamic and driven group with expertise spanning a wide range of topics from performance sport and data analytics to physical activity for health and wellbeing. Our staff combine applied work with active research, ensuring that teaching is underpinned by industry insight and cutting-edge knowledge. We deliver a diverse and growing portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that are highly valued by students and recognised by employers, with specialist facilities that support practical, hands-on learning. 

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Lecturer in Performance Analysis, as we grow our performance analysis provision and deliver a high-quality curriculum through industry-integration. The successful candidate will support our students to become work-ready graduates who are sought out for their applied experience.

You will deliver engaging and innovative teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, support student learning and development, and contribute to the School's research and enterprise activities. You will benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional development, research activity, and industry collaboration.

This role is part time 0.8 FTE (29.6 hours per week).

Anticipated interview date: Tuesday 12th May.

Please note, this role will sit under the School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation within the College of Health and Humanities as of 1st August 2026.

About You

We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking academic with a strong foundation in Performance Analysis. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of academic expertise and industry insight, with a passion for delivering high-quality, student-centred learning and contributing to impactful research and enterprise activity.

You will hold a good honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, alongside subject-specific expertise. A PhD (or near completion), or equivalent professional practice experience, is essential, as well as Fellowship of the HEA or a willingness to achieve this. The successful candidate will have proven experience in a range of delivery techniques to inspire and engage students in the area of Performance Analysis, with strong practical capabilities to support student learning, and a track record of research activity or applied experience.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Laurice Fretwell, Subject Lead for Sport and Exercise Science via l.fretwell@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern. 

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here. 

Closing Date: 29 Apr 2026

Area: Teaching and Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049 per annum pro rata

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The Finance and Procurement teams plays a crucial role in enabling the University to deliver on its strategic aims. This involves managing and maximising the University’s financial resources while providing expert financial advice and support to the wider University community. Our responsibilities encompass a wide range of essential functions, including providing strategic business partnering, delivering value from supplier relationships, managing effective working capital and cashflow and providing key financial support for our students. Additionally, we oversee all aspects of payroll and pensions management, and deliver comprehensive support for financial systems, tax compliance, and audit needs. Through these activities, we provide assurance to the University community around the financial health and efficiency of the University, supporting its mission and operation.

About the Role

This role sits in the University’s centralised core Procurement team within Finance, which collectively supports a devolved purchasing activity at the Kedleston Road, Derby main campus and across two other campuses at Buxton and Chesterfield.  

The Assistant Category Specialist role will work as part of the category led strategic procurement function, supporting the procurement categories with a high annual spend, and supporting a robust, fit for purpose category management approach that embraces our core values, drives sustainable business practice and delivers best value to the University and our partners. 

The Assistant Category Specialist will conduct supply and market analysis, support and deliver tender activities, manage a small portfolio of preferred suppliers including supplier onboarding, resolving and escalated supplier issues to delivering category savings, input and support category sourcing strategies, projects, contract management for other areas on an ad hoc basis and play an active role in communicating departmental strategies and best practices. 

About You

You’ll be a central contributor to a collaborative, forward thinking team committed to excellence and the University’s core values. With a strong focus on sustainability, you’ll help deliver key environmental initiatives and contribute to the University’s Flexible Framework goals. 

We are seeking a motivated procurement professional with a Level 5 CIPS qualification - or the willingness to work towards this qualification - to join our team and help drive excellence across our procurement activities. You will bring experience of working within organisational policies and public procurement environments, along with confidence using E-Tendering systems to deliver compliant, value driven outcomes. Skilled at collaborating with staff at all levels, you will have an understanding of the legal aspects of purchasing and the public sector tendering process to ensure transparency, fairness, and robust governance. If you are ready to contribute your expertise to a dynamic, supportive team and help shape best practice procurement, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Graham Caborn, Procurement Business Partner via g.caborn@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. 

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern. 

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 27 Apr 2026

Area: Operational Support

Salary: £28,636 to £30,394 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £34,953 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

We are right at the heart of the issues and challenges that matter - to our city, our region, to business, industry and our communities and society in general. Investing in our future, partnering with sector-leading businesses to drive innovation and create a collaborative environment where research has real impact and graduate talent can flourish. 

Our Business Engagement and Employability Team focuses on how the University interacts with industry in three key areas: support for our students and graduates to develop and successfully reach their aspirations, linking business to academics and research students to assist with research, knowledge exchange and consultancy, and the provision of skills that are relevant to industry, whether through courses, apprenticeships, CPD or further training. 

Careers and Employability Service 

The Careers and Employment Service support University of Derby students with reaching their career ambitions. We are dedicated to helping students gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to achieve a positive Graduate Outcome through in-curriculum delivery, tailored appointments, digital resources, on-campus events and industry connections. We are available to all students from the first day of their university journey, up to three years post-graduation. 

As an Applied University, real-world learning is embedded across all programmes. The Careers and Employment Service encourage and supports students to secure further industry experience from internships and placements to boost their employability and career prospects. We provide guidance to academics on impactful employability activity and curriculum delivery. 

The Team works closely with the wider Business Engagement and Employability Team to create valuable student development and recruitment opportunities with a diverse range of local, national, and global industry partners.

About the Role

In this role you will develop innovative ways to connect students and graduates with opportunities and high‑skilled employment, using Careers Registration and Graduate Outcomes data to identify trends and initiatives. You’ll build strong relationships with graduates, employers, alumni, and internal partners, coordinating impactful employability programmes and a diverse calendar of careers events. You will gather and analyse sensitive data and feedback to inform improvements, while acting as the first point of contact for employers and external organisations. Working collaboratively across the University, you’ll promote graduate opportunities, support engagement projects, contribute to recruitment activities, and help foster a positive performance culture. The role also involves ensuring Health and Safety compliance and undertaking additional duties that enhance the overall student and graduate experience. 

Working collaboratively across the University, you’ll promote graduate opportunities, support engagement projects, contribute to recruitment activities, and help foster a positive performance culture. The role also involves ensuring Health and Safety compliance and undertaking additional duties that enhance the overall student and graduate experience.

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis to cover a period of maternity leave for 9 months. There may be the potential for the contract to be extended beyond this date, however this cannot be guaranteed.

Anticipated interview date: 7th May 2026

About You

The ideal candidate is a proactive and self-directed with experience in planning and delivering employability engagement events and activities and supporting complex projects under strict deadlines. You will possess the ability to promote the Careers and Employment service across diverse networks, leveraging digital marketing and social media to maximise reach, while maintaining a strong understanding of careers advice and guidance.   

A methodical organiser with a keen eye for detail, the ideal candidate will be skilled at compiling performance reports and delivering impactful presentations to key stakeholders. Your excellent interpersonal and communication skills allow you to collaborate effectively with both internal and external partners at all levels. Flexible and solution-oriented, you bring a professional approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently to achieve results. 

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailer
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Jacqui Measures, Student and Graduate Opportunities Manager via j.measures@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. 

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern. 

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 27 Apr 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £28,636 to £30,394 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £34,953 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

In People Experience and Culture, we foster a culture of excellence which positively impacts the student experience and supports the University’s growth and success. We focus on the wellbeing of our colleagues, and support our leaders to create engaged, goal-aligned teams that power our organisation and community.

We bring a future-focussed approach to people and skills challenges, using data-led insights to partner our colleges and directorates in securing the right people, at the right time, with the right skills, and right culture that allow us to meet our strategic objectives.

Human Resources

Our human resources team consists of:

• Resourcing - The Recruitment Team resource for a variety of vacancies across the University’s portfolio including permanent, fixed term and hourly paid roles, where the individual will be employed directly with the University. We process vacancies from the point of raising Recruitment Request Form on the E-Recruitment system throughout interviewing and to the point of offer.
• HR Operations - The HR Operations Team assist managers, HR Business Partners and employees throughout their employee lifecycle.
• HR Systems - The HR Systems team are responsible for the development and provision of information regarding our workforce. We analyse and present data to help support the organisation with evidence-based decision making.
• Business Partnering and Advisory - we support the delivery of the University's People Strategy, Strategic Framework, goals and operational plans within their portfolio areas. We provide proactive, strategic and operational HR support with the purpose of aligning the University’s vision and its people by supporting stakeholders to create and implement local plans and strategies.
• Strategy, Reward and Employee Relations - The HR Strategy, Reward and Employee Relations Team develop future-focussed employment strategies and policies that help support good governance and ensure legal compliance, whilst also developing our Employee Value Proposition both within and outside the sector.

We develop evidence-based pay and reward strategies, policies and benefit & recognition schemes that enable us to be competitive and that help drive a culture of high performance across the university.

About the Role

We’re looking for an analytically minded professional who brings curiosity, strong Excel expertise and the ability to turn complex data into meaningful insight. The HR Systems and Insights Analyst is central to the collection, analysis and reporting of people data that supports evidence‑based decision‑making across the University. Whether educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience, you will have a proven track record of working confidently with data in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive on exploring information, asking the right questions and producing clear, high-quality analysis that supports effective decision-making, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact across the University.

This role is 24 hours per week. We are open to discussing the work pattern for this role.

About You

You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative team where curiosity is encouraged and everyone is empowered to reach their full potential. We are passionate about analytics, committed to continuous improvement and excited about how emerging technologies can enhance the way we work. As a part-time role, we offer flexibility in how your working week is structured, helping you balance professional impact with personal commitments. We share our expertise openly and value new perspectives, welcoming thoughtful contributions that help us grow, innovate and remain future-focused as we embrace new ways of working.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Steven Pollard, HR Systems and Insights Manager via s.pollard@derby.ac.uk or Rachel Keep, Head of HR Operations via r.keep@derby.ac.uk. 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk 

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. 

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern. 

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here. 

Closing Date: 23 Apr 2026

Area: Administrative Support

Salary: £32,260 to £36,251 per annum pro rata
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £41,689 per annum pro rata)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Our External Relations team is responsible for promoting and raising awareness of our University’s brand in the UK and overseas. From creating all messaging and content for external campaigns and our website, to social media, and managing events – ours is a highly complex and expert marketing, PR and Internal Comms environment, key to making the University shine.

Events 

Events are an integral part of the University of Derby and help to continually develop our profile and reputation, generate commercial income and offer opportunities to staff, students and external visitors to engage further with us. The Events team lead on the organisation and delivery of all high-profile University events, including our Open Days and other recruitment events, University Court and inaugural lectures. 

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and creative individual who has a genuine passion for marketing and delivering high-quality events.

The Events team is part of Student Recruitment team in the External Relations Department and supports the University’s strategic objectives relating to Undergraduate Student Recruitment and raising the University’s profile, reputation and impact locally, nationally and internationally. 

The team has responsibility for the planning and delivery of a full and varied annual events programme, with a focus on delivering high quality events that have high impact. These include open days, schools and colleges visits, conferences, events hosted by the Vice-Chancellor, community events, inaugural/guest lectures, virtual events and many others.

The post holder, along with other Marketing Officers in the team will also work with the Communications Team to develop a robust events promotional and communication plans to ensure that attendance targets are met, and that the attendee and their guests receive the highest customer service and providing a seamless customer journey.

Occasional weekend, evening and flexible working will be required.

About You

You’ll be someone who enjoys creating positive experiences for others and has a genuine interest in marketing and events. With experience in delivering a range of events, in-person and digital and you feel confident coordinating multiple projects and working with different teams to make things run smoothly.

You communicate clearly, stay organised, and bring a calm, proactive approach to busy periods. You’re comfortable writing engaging copy, building good relationships, and using tools like CRM systems to support your work.

Creativity, attention to detail, and a willingness to adapt are all qualities that will help you thrive in this role. You’ll also be happy to work flexibly when events require it and to travel between University sites when needed.

A marketing or events-related qualification, or experience within student recruitment or youth-focused events, would be a bonus but isn’t essential.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Jonathan Hunter, Events Operations Manager via j.hunter3@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. 

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern. 

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here. 

Closing Date: 19 Apr 2026

Area: Operational Support

Salary: £32,260 to £36,251 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £41,689 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Digital Solutions & Services are responsible for providing the digital platform to enable the best possible service to staff, students and stakeholders across the University and beyond. We take a collaborative approach to developing strategic goals to provide a diverse range of information technology and business services designed to support learning, teaching and research at the University of Derby. 

Digital Solutions & Services are responsible for ensuring that the University’s IT capability is fit for purpose, future focused and able to protect, support and enhance the full breadth of services that will be delivered either on campus or digitally online with contributions across the department. We aim to assist students, teaching staff, support departments and collaborative partners to ensure we are making an impact on the University’s current and future digital landscape.  

About the Team

Our Solution Architecture function plays a critical role in shaping the University’s digital future. We design and govern high-quality, integrated technology solutions that meet the evolving needs of students, staff and the wider institution. The team ensures that all solutions align with our architectural strategies, security standards and long-term digital roadmaps, enabling the University to deliver reliable, scalable and innovative services.

Within this function, the Senior Solution Designer leads the creation of robust, future-focused solution designs that translate complex business problems into clear, actionable technical architectures. Working closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, the team provides expert guidance, horizon-scanning for emerging technologies, and ensures that every solution is strategically aligned, technically sound and commercially viable. Through strong communication and trusted engagement, the team instils confidence in the design process and the solutions we deliver.

About the Role

The Senior Solution Designer plays a pivotal role in shaping the University’s digital landscape by translating complex business needs into high-quality, future-proof technology solutions. You will lead the full solution design lifecycle from initial concept, feasibility assessment and benefits identification through to detailed specification, testing support and successful embedding of new systems and processes. A key purpose of the role is to ensure that every solution aligns with the University’s architectural standards, strategic direction and long-term digital capabilities.

Working closely with business units, technical experts and the Solution Architect, the Senior Solution Designer will analyse existing “as-is” processes, define improved “to-be” workflows, and design technology solutions that enhance performance and deliver measurable value. The role requires presenting solution options with clarity and influence, negotiating with stakeholders to arrive at the most appropriate design, and ensuring that commercial, technical, architectural and operational considerations are fully balanced. The post holder will also support User Acceptance Testing, guide colleagues in understanding system administration responsibilities, and contribute to benefit tracking throughout the project lifecycle.

A core responsibility of the role is to provide horizon scanning and benchmarking to identify emerging technologies and evolving best practice, ensuring the University remains informed and prepared for future opportunities. As Senior Solution Designer, you will also contribute to the development of the University’s Solution Architecture Framework, helping to define consistent processes, templates and ways of working that strengthen delivery across the institution. In the medium to long term, the post holder will be expected to drive continuous improvement in solution design practice and support the successful implementation of transformational change initiatives.

While the role does not include formal line management, the Senior Solution Designer will act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues, supporting their development and ensuring high-quality, consistent solution design across the team. The position offers significant opportunities for professional growth, including exposure to enterprise-level architecture, cloud-based service models, business process redesign, and complex digital transformation programmes.

About You

You will be an experienced solution design professional with a strong track record of shaping and delivering high-quality technology solutions in complex organisations. You’ll bring a relevant degree or equivalent qualification/professional experience, alongside recognised qualifications in areas such as business analysis, solution design, software engineering or technical certification. A deep, applied understanding of Solution Architecture is essential, as is the ability to work confidently across the full design lifecycle from requirements gathering and process mapping through to testing, benefits identification and successful implementation.

You will have substantial experience operating within an information or technology design environment, balancing competing priorities and making informed decisions in resource-limited settings. Your background will include developing process maps and workflows, defining acceptance criteria, and supporting both technical and non-technical colleagues through change. You will be comfortable engaging senior leaders, providing evidence-based insight, and influencing decisions to ensure solutions meet strategic, architectural and business needs.

Your skillset will combine analytical strength, excellent communication, and the ability to build trusted relationships quickly. You will be adept at facilitating workshops, interpreting complex problems, and presenting clear, compelling solution options. Confidence, curiosity and attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment. You will also bring strong coaching skills, supporting colleagues and stakeholders through activities such as requirements definition, process review and User Acceptance Testing.

To thrive in this role, you will be resilient, proactive and comfortable navigating change. You will have a natural customer-service ethos, the ability to deliver to tight deadlines, and the creativity to think beyond conventional approaches. Flexibility around working hours is required. While not essential, qualifications such as Prince2, Agile Practitioner or Lean Six Sigma, as well as experience in Higher Education or business change delivery, would be advantageous

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Holiday purchase
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Nick Hinckley, Associate Director DS&S via n.hinckley@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role may be eligible for sponsorship by the University. 

The offered salary for this role is less than the going rate for the occupation and the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025). Therefore you will only be eligible to apply for a Skilled Worker visa subject to your individual circumstances which must meet one of the following criteria set out by UKVI: 

• Your job is on the Immigration Skills List
• You’re under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training
• You have a PhD level qualification that’s relevant to your job 
• You have a postdoctoral position in science or higher education

You must also meet the English Language requirement.

Please note that the University will assess your individual eligibility for sponsorship at the shortlisting stage.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 14 Apr 2026

Area: Management, Professional and Specialist

Salary: £43,391 to £53,994 per annum
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £62,093 per annum).

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

The University of Derby Estates Department is dedicated to cultivating a vibrant, innovative, and sustainable campus environment, that supports our passion for delivering world class education and ground-breaking research. 

The Estates team has over 250 colleagues, working across all of our sites on everything from the refurbishment of buildings to catering. 

About the Team

The Estates Compliance and Risk team sits within the wider Estates function and plays a critical role in ensuring the University’s buildings, infrastructure and activities are safe, resilient and fully compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements.

The team leads on the development and delivery of compliance and risk strategy across Estates, providing both strategic oversight and hands-on operational support. This includes assurance of corporate, statutory and legislative compliance, coordination of Estates risk management processes, and delivery of integrated audit and assurance programmes that support institutional governance and executive decision-making.

Working closely with colleagues across the University, the team drives a proactive compliance culture moving from reactive assurance to preventative risk management through training, guidance and capability building. Key operational responsibilities include asbestos and radon management, statutory building engineering services compliance, contractor management and permit-to-work systems, business continuity planning, and health and safety assurance relating to construction and property activities.

The team also provides specialist advice, reporting and assurance to senior leaders and governance committees, helping to strengthen organisational resilience and continuously improve compliance performance across the estate.

About the Role

The Head of Compliance and Risk provides strategic and operational leadership for Estates compliance and risk management, ensuring statutory, legislative and corporate requirements are met across the University estate.

Reporting to the Head of Group Sustainability, Health, Safety and Compliance, the post holder leads the development of Estates compliance and risk strategy, embeds assurance and audit frameworks, and supports institutional governance through high-quality reporting and executive engagement. The role acts as the senior subject matter expert for Estates compliance, advising on emerging risks and regulatory change.

The role includes hands-on operational leadership, with responsibility for asbestos and radon management, statutory building engineering services compliance, contractor management and permit-to-work systems, and health and safety assurance relating to construction and property activities. The post holder will provide cover for key technical roles when required to maintain statutory compliance.

You will lead a specialist team, including line management of the Fire Safety Manager and Asbestos Manager, and lead on the Safe Place University Health, Safety and Wellbeing Committee. Key objectives include strengthening compliance assurance, embedding preventative risk management, improving governance visibility, and building organisational capability across Estates.

Flexibility is required to respond to urgent compliance matters. This senior role offers the opportunity to shape compliance strategy, influence executive decision-making and drive continuous improvement across a complex estate.

The anticipated interview date will be W/C 27th April 2026.

About You

You will be an experienced compliance and risk professional with a strong background in estates or property environments, combining strategic oversight with hands-on operational delivery. You will bring demonstrable experience of risk management, compliance assurance and business continuity, alongside a proven ability to develop and embed policies, frameworks and audit programmes that drive continuous improvement.

You will have comprehensive knowledge of property-related statutory and legislative requirements, with experience managing contractor compliance, permit-to-work systems and statutory inspection regimes. You will be comfortable providing operational cover for senior technical roles when required and ensuring continuity of critical compliance activities.

A proactive, collaborative team player, you will have experience managing high-performing teams and working in partnership across departments to achieve shared objectives. You will be confident engaging and influencing at senior level, building strong stakeholder relationships, and producing clear executive-level reports that support informed decision-making. You will actively seek opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency and move the organisation towards a more preventative, solutions-focused approach to compliance and risk.

Essential requirements for this role include significant experience in estates compliance, contractor management, and integrated health & safety systems, alongside a strong track record of managing and mitigating risk. You will be confident challenging established ways of working, while maintaining a supportive and collaborative approach that brings others with you.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 42 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Access to employer-funded Private Health Insurance
• Holiday purchase
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Adam Gomes Head of Group Sustainability, Health, Safety and Compliance via a.gomes@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025).

If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:

• Your job is on the Immigration Skills List
• You’re under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training
• You have a PhD level qualification that’s relevant to your job
• You have a postdoctoral position in science or higher education

Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.

For more information, visit our website.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 19 Apr 2026

Area: Senior Management

Salary: £50,832 to £63,540 per annum
(For exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £73,071 per annum)

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Our Campus Life and Student Living department is responsible for essential services that significantly impact the student experience. 

Campus Life is all about the various services that enhance the overall student experience, including sports, recreational facilities and community engagement. 
 Whereas our Student Living teams ensure the safety, comfort and compliance of the University's residential estates.

Whichever team you become a part of; student experience is our focus!

Our security team are key to the University's success. Generally being the first interaction our customers and visitors will have with us, the service they receive will shape their experience. 

About the Role

As a Security Controller, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the safety and security of our students, staff, and facilities across the University of Derby. Based within our 24/7 Control Room at the Kedleston Road campus, you’ll coordinate all aspects of security operations, from incident response and monitoring CCTV systems to directing on-site teams and liaising with external agencies when required.

You’ll act as the central point of contact for all planned and reactive security activity, ensuring a professional, efficient and customer-focused service at all times. This is a fast-paced and varied role where no two days are the same – requiring quick thinking, sound judgement, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

The full-time working hours for this role are 42 hours per week, working a 4 on 4 off pattern. The shifts are 12 hours (07:00 to 19:00 and 19:00 to 07:00), with a 24/7 rota in place. The salary advertised includes a 20% shift allowance.

Please Note: On appointment, the job title will be "Operations Controller".

About You

You’ll bring proven experience from a control room or security operations environment, with strong situational awareness and the confidence to take the lead during incidents. You’ll have excellent communication and organisational skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to make quick, effective decisions when it matters most.

You’ll be comfortable using CCTV, radio, and access control systems, as well as maintaining accurate records and reports. A customer-focused mindset and the ability to handle sensitive or challenging situations with professionalism are essential.

You’ll hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English, along with a full, clean UK driving licence. A current SIA CCTV or Door Supervisor Licence and First Aid at Work Certificate would be advantageous, as would IT competence and experience operating large-scale security systems.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Amer Shams, Head of Security via a.shams@derby.ac.uk 

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.

Closing Date: 15 Apr 2026

Area: Operational Support

Salary: £36,753 to £38,431 per annum
Based on a 42-hour week, inclusive of a 20% shift allowance (for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £44,196 per annum)