Executive Director of Human Resources - Appointment pack July 2018 - Dreaming, Believing, Achieving - Dixon Walter
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
Executive Director of Human Resources Appointment pack July 2018 Dreaming, Believing, Achieving. A 21st century university uws.ac.uk
Contents UWS Truths
UWS Truths 02 At UWS we adhere to a set of truths in all that we do:
// We are here for our students
UWS is a university that dares to be different 03
// Our teaching is our passion, and it reaches to the future
We are here for our students 05
// We understand that a graduate career is important to our students
We are a knowledge-rich organisation 07
// We are a knowledge-rich organisation
Teaching is our passion, and it reaches into the future 09 // We believe in partnership with business (private, public and global)
A global outlook 11 // We are an international university
// UWS is a great place to work and study
UWS is a great place to work 12
// We are an inclusive organisation that welcomes and values diversity
Living in the west of Scotland 13
// UWS is a university that dares to be different
Our successes 15
02
UWS is a university
Key areas of the Executive Director’s remit include:
• Member of the Vice-Chancellor’s Executive Group which supports the Principal
and Vice-Chancellor in devising and implementing the business plan and strategy
that dares to be
of the organisation, providing strategic thinking and solutions to complex people
management issues
• Responsible for designing, implementing and delivering against Key Performance
different
Indicators for the Human Resources department and monitoring corporate
performance
• Provides high-level specialist advice and decision-making regarding complex issues in
the areas of people policy/practice and employment law
• Facilitates change in a rapidly evolving organisation, leading the development of the
An exciting opportunity for an experienced HR function in order to promote and engender best practice in the management of
HR professional
staff performance
• Enhances service delivery, with University-wide impact by utilising appropriate
developmental tools with the aim of improving management capability and capacity
throughout the organisation
• Responsible for developing a people management culture throughout the University by
working in partnership with managers to support and enhance their management skills
Executive Director of Human Resources
• Interacts with external bodies, including Scottish Funding Council, Universities and
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced strategic human resource Colleges Employers Association, Universities Human Resources Scotland, Advisory
professional to be part of one of the UK’s most innovative modern universities. Conciliation and Arbitration Service, Trade Unions and their full-time Officers,
Reporting directly to the Principal & Vice-Chancellor, and as a member of the Vice- Legal Advisers retained by UWS, Advance HE and the Equality and Human Rights
Chancellor’s Executive Group, you will provide sound, responsive and professional Commission and other HE institutions
advice to the Principal on all areas relating to human resources. You will be
instrumental in establishing and delivering an ambitious people strategy that will • Works on a range of initiatives to enhance the University’s ability to recruit, retain and
balance organisational change and rationalisation with evidenced commitment to motivate staff and to provide opportunities for fulfilling careers
employee engagement, partnership, equality and inclusiveness. This highly visible
role requires resilience, political acumen, strategic vision, tactical skills and, above all, • Post will be based on one campus but works across all five UWS campuses
leadership to provide impact within and outside the organisation.
• UWS Human Resources is accountable for approximately 2000 colleagues
Educated to Masters level (or equivalent) in a relevant area, with Chartered
membership of CIPD you will have significant strategic Human Resources and
executive-level experience. You will have a real ‘can do’ attitude and be able to
evidence significant experience of working at executive level as part of a CEO’s senior
team through periods of organisational change without losing operational focus; For full details of this exciting opportunity and of the application process,
demonstrate an understanding of working in complex, diverse and, ideally, multi-site
contact Alan Walter of our executive search firm Dixon Walter on
organisations, with trade unions; and outstanding staff management and leadership
experience. +44 (0)131 202 1000 / Email alan@dixonwalter.co.uk
or visit www.dixonwalter.co.uk/opportunities/uws-hrd
Closing date for applications: 17 August 2018
Interview dates: 12 and 13 September 2018
03 04
We are here for
our students 86%
of students continuing studies after their first
year up from 75% in 2011/12
At UWS, our principal truth is that we are here for our students.
We have a proud record in delivering work-ready graduates and
86%
developing effective partnerships with business, industry and
the public and voluntary sectors. With our cutting-edge courses,
practical knowledge, and intelligent teaching, we help our
students get ahead.
We are delivering on our purpose to transform lives and communities through higher
education. We equip our students with the skills and confidence to shape their futures,
while ensuring that they have the best possible experience and outcomes., As one of of graduates securing professional employment
Scotland’s biggest modern universities with campuses in Paisley, Lanarkshire, Ayr and
Dumfries, UWS is the local university for over 30% of the population of central Scotland. or further study in 2016/17, surpassing our
We also have a growing national and international reach: our 5th UK campus opened in
London in September 2015. original target of 85% by 2019/20
Our student body is unique - many UWS students are the first in their families to go into
higher education and we have a high level of mature students with caring and work
responsibilities. Our diverse student population means we need to deliver learning in
innovative, flexible, personalised and supportive ways. In our Corporate Strategy we set
out an ambitious vision to deliver an outstanding teaching and learning environment
which is paying dividends for our students.
Student UWS student
satisfaction application
grows rates UP
We have invested in innovative student support services, personalised and
flexible education delivery and interactive technology-supported learning.
The experience we provide is as unique, bold and inspiring as our students
and we are proud to be a force for change, inclusion and success.
05 06
We are a
knowledge-rich
organisation
Our incredible journey of transformation and success also
includes our delivery of globally relevant research in areas
including thin-film, 5G networking, gravitational waves and
Alzheimer’s.
UWS researchers are making a real difference, developing innovative technologies and
shaping society. We work with industry, government and partner organisations to tackle
a wide range of exciting and diverse issues critical to developing technology, improving
lives and creating a more equal society in our regions and beyond. Our research activity “5G networks will
also informs our teaching and learning to enrich our students’ experience.
make possible things
• In the 2014 REF (Research Excellence
Framework) all of our submissions –
healing’ mobile network. It will deliver
dramatic improvements to quality of that would have
double the number from the 2008
exercise – were ranked as having
user experience, reliability and security –
unlocking a wealth of new possibilities. been considered
international or world-leading status in
terms of their originality, significance and
“Put simply,” says Dr Alcaraz-Calero,
”SELFNET will allow 5G networks to make science fiction a few
rigour.
• UWS breakthrough research in
possible things that would have been
considered science fiction just a few years
ago.”
years ago.”
ultrasound sensors led to the creation of
our first spin-out company, novosound, • In 2018 UWS became Scotland’s first
which took first prize in Scotland’s official Scottish training partner for
Converge Challenge in 2017 and was China after receiving accreditation from
shortlisted in the Times Higher Education China’s State Administration for Foreign
Leadership and Management Awards Expert Affairs (SAFEA). This means we
2018. will provide expertise and technical and
managerial training to organisations
• Remote surgery, driverless cars in China, as well as providing overseas
and smooth mobile HD streaming training to Chinese professionals.
could all become a reality thanks to
pioneering research taking place at
UWS. Researchers Jose Alcaraz-Calero
and Qi Wang are the technical leads on
the SELFNET project, developing a ‘self-
07 08
Teaching is our
Our Scottish campuses are based in four central locations in the
heart of the west of Scotland – in Paisley, Lanarkshire, Ayr and
Dumfries. Our London Campus, opened in 2015, is located in
passion, and it
Southbank, close to the centre of the city.
Our fabulous, ultra-modern £110m Lanarkshire Campus opening
in September 2018 brings new thinking in the delivery of
reaches into teaching and creates flexible and interactive learning spaces,
easily adaptable to the needs of our students and staff. It will be
a landmark building for Scottish Higher Education.
the future
ARTIST’S IMPRESSION OF OUR
NEW LANARKSHIRE CAMPUS,
OPENING SEPTEMBER 2018
09 10
A global outlook UWS is a great
UWS is an international university with links around the globe.
We’re committed to diversity, collaboration, and a curriculum
that helps our students stand out in the global job market.
place to work
At UWS we are dedicated to driving positive change in society.
“When I started my programme, I didn’t even know that
Fund Accountants existed. Thankfully, due to the variety of
guest speakers and lecturers who came to UWS, my eyes UWS Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Craig Mahoney,
were opened to the range of jobs which my accountancy
qualification could lead to.”
has, since his appointment in 2013, encouraged the University’s
Graduate Fatima Jamshed - Financial Analyst with Morgan Stanley
staff to deliver educational empowerment through teaching,
learning and research – inspiring them to demonstrate
intellectual and professional leadership.
// To enable this we seek to create a supportive, disciplined and demanding
“Arriving in a new country from India, I had to hit the ground environment where staff develop and contribute through self-motivation
running, both in terms of my studies, and building a new social and inspiration and a shared drive for success.
circle, and UWS has been brilliant for that. Ever since I arrived,
I have been involved in the life of the University, the students’
association, and student welfare issues.” // We want to recruit and retain the best people through a creative reward
Franklin Jacob Babu - Applied Bioscience with Forensic Investigation student and recognition framework; aim to be a university that is sector-leading
in developing its staff; and are committed to advancing our systems,
processes and approaches to ensure they are customer focused, efficient
and flexible.
Katie Duff BEng Hons Civil Engineering graduate received two job offers before
graduating. One from Amey and the other from AECOM, the US construction // We want to strengthen our reputation as a great place to work and study,
firm that successfully pitched for the Network Rail infrastructure inspection and promote creativity and empower people to be the best they can be.
assessment project. She chose AECOM and says:
“My UWS course gave me a broad base of knowledge that I // Our new Executive Director of Human Resources will play a crucial role in
can apply in my job and has allowed me to go on to study realising this vision.
towards a Masters before I go for Chartership status with the
Institution of Civil Engineers.”
“I was always fascinated with how the brain works and how mental illness can impact on
quality of life. I have a passion for meeting new people and thought that I was ideally suited
for a career in this area. As soon as I started the course at UWS I knew I had made the
correct choice. The support from my lecturers has been fantastic – they’re approachable
and extremely passionate about their subject which leads to a great learning environment.”
BSc Mental Health Nursing student Peter Cartwright
11 12
Living in
Our Lanarkshire Campus is located on Hamilton International Technology Park, close to a
number of country parks and nature reserves such as Strathclyde Park. The cultural cities
of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling are nearby, and the beautiful scenery of the Clyde
Valley and the Borders is within easy reach.
the west of
Paisley combines the heritage and history of the Paisley pattern shawl and the Victorian
thread industry with cultural interests including the Museum and Art Gallery, the 12th
century Abbey, a thriving youth theatre and the Spree Arts festival. Loch Lomond and the
Trossachs are both easily accessible from the town. UWS played a significant supporting
Scotland
role in the bid for Paisley as UK City of Culture 2021 - the only Scottish location shortlisted.
Although, ultimately, not selected as the award winner, the legacy of the bid process and
planning will see significant benefits for Paisley and the local area both culturally and
economically.
Glasgow and Edinburgh are close to our campuses and offer excellent shopping, superb
café culture, museums and galleries, world-famous music venues and international
Scotland is a great place to live and work, with a high quality of cuisine. Travelling to and from our campuses is easy thanks to excellent road and
life and a range of lifestyle benefits such as excellent value house rail links. Glasgow International Airport is on the outskirts of Paisley, and Prestwick
International Airport is also easily accessible, being around 40 minutes away by road or
prices, straightforward commuting and easy access to beautiful rail from Paisley Campus; Prestwick is also just a 15-minute drive from Ayr Campus.
countryside.
Our campuses in Ayr, Lanarkshire and Paisley are within close proximity to Scotland’s
largest city, Glasgow, with our Dumfries Campus a 90-minute drive south of the city. There
are numerous smaller towns and villages within travelling distance of all of the campuses,
so whatever style of living you prefer, you will find something to suit your needs.
Scotland offers a culture steeped in history, dramatic untouched scenery, bustling towns
and cities and a world renowned education system. The west coast boasts some of the
world’s most stunning scenery and wildlife.
The town of Ayr is set among some of Scotland’s most impressive scenery and looks out
on the Firth of Clyde, with the peaks of Arran in the foreground and the Mull of Kintyre
in the background. Packed with historical sites, Ayrshire’s visitor attractions and cultural
and leisure pursuits include unspoiled beaches and rolling hills, castles, a racecourse
and, of course, golf courses. Burns and A’ That, a major festival which takes place in June,
celebrates Ayr’s most famous son, Robert Burns.
Dumfries & Galloway is a region of rugged coastlines, sandy beaches and tranquil lochs;
and has over 300 square miles of forest to explore, with the largest forest park in Britain;
and in excess of 30 golf courses and= driving ranges.
13 14
Our
successes
We’re proud to have received national recognition for our
work across a range of diverse areas, including the student
experience, health, equality and diversity and the environment
// Times Higher Education World University
Rankings 2018 – officially recognised in the top
3% of universities worldwide
At UWS, we believe in our students’ future.
// Times Higher Education Young University Rankings We have a proud record in delivering work-ready
2018 – officially recognised in the world’s top 150 graduates and developing effective partnerships with
universities under 50 2018 TOP 150 business, industry and the public and voluntary sectors.
With our cutting-edge courses, practical knowledge,
// In 2018 UWS was shortlisted in the Times Higher and intelligent teaching, we help our students get ahead.
Education Leadership & Management Awards for Innovation Project Through our innovative learning partnership we
of the Year ; in the Guardian Awards in the Inspiring Leader and Course invest in people’s potential to shape their future.
& Curriculum Design categories; in the Herald Higher Education Awards Built on uniting students, professionals, industry and
in the Innovative Technology and Widening Access categories; and in the our communities, this partnership stretches from the
PIEoneer Awards for Digital Innovation West of Scotland around the world.
We believe in the transformative power of active
// The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018 – recognised
learning and engagement. We treat our students as
in the top 100 UK universities for the first time.
individuals, partners and potential leaders in their
fields and professions, providing them with the globally
// Winner at the Herald Higher Education Awards 2017 for ‘Student relevant knowledge, skills and confidence to think
Support Team’ and ‘Research Project’ of the year. critically and to challenge received wisdom.
// Winner at Scotland’s Dementia Awards 2016 for ‘Best Educational DREAMING, BELIEVING, ACHIEVING
a 21st century University.
Initiative’ for our innovative intergenerational resource Dementia: Class in a
Bag
Campuses in
// THE Student Experience Survey 2015-16 – 4th most improved UK Ayr, Dumfries, Lanarkshire,
university London & Paisley
uws.ac.uk
15
You can also read
