Head of Access & Discovery Innovation

University of Leeds; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent academic institution in Leeds is seeking a Head of Access and Acquisitions to lead a dedicated team focused on ensuring the discoverability of library content for over 40,000 users. This role emphasizes innovation in service delivery and user experience, driving strategic initiatives within the Libraries to maximize the use of systems and data. The university offers a vibrant collaborative environment with numerous benefits including generous holiday, health, and wellbeing options.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus 16 bank holidays

Discounted gym membership

Access to personal development courses

On-site childcare and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working with library content and exploring new modes of service delivery.
• Ability to drive innovation in connecting users with resources.
• Keen to engage with colleagues across the sector and contribute to initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a motivated team in ensuring content discoverability and accessibility.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the Libraries.
• Maximise the value of systems and data to improve content usability.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT skills

Experience leading high performing teams

Understanding of structured data

Focus on user experience

Job description

A prominent academic institution in Leeds is seeking a Head of Access and Acquisitions to lead a dedicated team focused on ensuring the discoverability of library content for over 40,000 users. This role emphasizes innovation in service delivery and user experience, driving strategic initiatives within the Libraries to maximize the use of systems and data. The university offers a vibrant collaborative environment with numerous benefits including generous holiday, health, and wellbeing options.