Overview

Director of Operations, Pembroke College. In 2024 Pembroke College celebrated its 400th anniversary and in 2025 we launched our most ambitious campaign for the future, seeking to invest £100m in teaching, research, scholarship, and our people and estate. We are seeking a new Director of Operations to join us at this important moment in our history. We are loyal to our historic purpose while aiming to be the college of choice in the world’s greatest University. Situated on a beautiful historic site in the heart of Oxford, we have 55 Fellows and 670 students. We are an innovative and forward-looking college with an inclusive, very friendly community.

The Director of Operations is a key member of the College, responsible for the day-to-day management and long-term planning of operational teams. The role has oversight of a wide range of functions, including Catering, Accommodation, Conferencing and Events, Housekeeping, the Porters’ Lodge, and Front of House. The postholder will lead a strong team of departmental managers, empowering and supporting them in their development. The Director of Operations will work closely with the College’s Master, Bursar, Academic Director, Fellows, operational staff and students, promoting collaborative working across the College. The postholder must ensure the delivery of excellent and sustainable operational services aligned with the College’s academic mission and values.

We are seeking an experienced operational leader with a proven track record in managing multi-disciplinary functions and large teams. The successful candidate will be adaptable, flexible, and committed to the College community. They will be able to gain the confidence and trust of multiple constituencies, both within the College and externally. The Director of Operations will help deliver our long-term strategy by contributing to key committees and decision-making processes, supporting the strategic development of the College and securing its purpose for future generations.

To apply, please visit our website via the button below. To apply, please send a covering letter and CV to pembroke@minervasearch.com by noon on Monday, 27th October 2025.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Advertising Services

Qualifications & Responsibilities

• Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day management and long-term planning of operational teams; provide oversight of Catering, Accommodation, Conferencing and Events, Housekeeping, the Porters’ Lodge, and Front of House; lead departmental managers; promote collaboration with the Master, Bursar, Academic Director, Fellows, staff and students; ensure delivery of high-quality operational services aligned with the College’s mission and values.
• Qualifications: Experienced operational leader with a proven track record in managing multi-disciplinary functions and large teams; adaptable, flexible, and committed to the College community; able to gain confidence and trust of multiple constituencies; able to contribute to long-term strategy and senior committees.

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