Business Support Manager

Organisation
Middlesex University
Contact Email
dlsbusinesssupport@mdx.ac.uk
Mission group (if applicable)
University Alliance
FTE staff per library service
40 - 49
Sector
Higher Education
Job role area
business and/or management support
Starting salary
£50,000 to £59,999
Last uploaded
12/08/2026
Last reviewed
3 Year

Job Description

Summary

The Business Support Manager manages financial and HR processes, supports the CIO and other senior colleagues, and leads the general administration function of the team. They will be responsible for the university's centralised budgeting, purchasing, management and monitoring of software license and software maintenance contracts. This role also oversees the Business Support Team and ensures effective support of activities across all Digital and Library Service groups. The successful candidate should have strong management skills, excellent negotiation skills, and a good understanding of emerging technologies. An understanding of contract law and ITIL Change and Configuration Management would be advantageous.