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We have proudly made the money of progress for more than two centuries. As one of the largest and most popular universities in the United Kingdom, we are a power for good, and are devoted to excellent research and excellent education. More than one university, we are a place where aspiring people unite as a varied and comprehensive community to make meaningful contacts. Global -level facilities are united with exceptional minds to improve life through innovation. We welcome the perpetrators and the talented and hard work. People who believe in our values ​​are driven as much as we achieve common goals.

Our society, which consists of more than 5100 colleagues, works in a close partnership every day to make a positive change at the regional, national and global levels.

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Opportunity
The University of Manchester Metropolitan seeks a leading company in the position of deputy arts and culture in support of the center-a strategic, visual and high-impact role that will put the university as a recognized leader in arts, culture and creativity.

With an exceptional heritage in arts and culture, a vibrant creative society, and world -famous origins including the Manchester Arts School, Poetry Library, the Museum of Special Collection and North Western Films Archive, Manchester is dead in a unique position to form and amplify the cultural life of the city and its global relations.

We are now looking for a distinguished individual to lead a strategy to develop the arts and culture at the university level that is in line with our way until 2030, and to include arts and culture through our educational agendas, research and participation. This is a unique opportunity to formulate and link a coherent and ambitious vision – those that drive inclusion, innovation and international reputation.

Its headquarters in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, one of the largest of its kind in the United Kingdom, will work institutionally to raise the level of our cultural file and cancel the full capabilities of our students, our employees, partnerships and creative infrastructure. From the outside, it will act as a great ambassador, as it represents influential relationships with cultural organizations, creative industries, financiers, civil bodies, and ensuring mutual benefit and long -term value.

We welcome the candidates with great leadership experience in the professor in the cultural sector. It will bring a strong record for strategic delivery, external participation and comprehensive leadership, as well as a deep commitment to the transformational authority of culture in higher education and society.

This is an exceptional leadership opportunity in one of the most ambitious universities in the United Kingdom – in an internationally famous city with its cultural energy and civil purpose.

How to apply

*Please do not apply for this vacancies via the university site*

To apply, or for more details (including job description and person’s specifications), please visit https://plusportal.perrettlaver.com/vacancedetail/7ad02467-ddd9-c9B9-0070-3a1c82D790c9 (The reference number 8042).

Full CV applications and application letter must include your interest in the role and details of how your knowledge, skills and experiences are identical to the basic criteria that are searched for.

For an unofficial and confidential discussion on this position, please contact Ilona Motyer in Perrett LAver via ilona.motyer@perrettlaver.com.

• The closure date for applications 11:59 pm (BST) on Wednesday 22 October 2025
• The final interviews will be made Wednesday 10 December 2025

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The University of Manchester Metropolitan enhances a comprehensive affiliation culture that enhances fairness and celebration of diversity. We appreciate a diverse working force to innovate and diversity of thought and welcome requests from all local and international societies, including black and Asian ethnic backgrounds, minorities, disabled individuals, and individuals LGBTQ+.

We support a set of flexible work arrangements, including specially designed hybrid tables, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your turn, please tell us so that we can provide the appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusiveness includes guidance programs, access resources, and professional development opportunities to enable and support groups represented incomplete representation.

Manchester Mitt is a confident leader of the disability, and under this scheme aims to provide an interview with the disabled who apply for the role and meet the basic standards as shown in the career description attached to these vacancies.