"Science Park Operations Manager"

Science Park Operations Manager

Loughborough University - Commercial Directorate

Placed On: 22nd December 2025
Closes: 18th January 2026
Job Ref: REQ251099

Driving Innovation Forward: LUSEP’s Bold Vision for Growth

Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park (LUSEP) is one of the UK’s most dynamic hubs for science and enterprise, already home to over 90 pioneering organisations across sectors such as Advanced Manufacturing, Energy and Low Carbon, Health and Life Sciences, Software and Digital, Sport, and Transport Technology. Strategically co-located with Loughborough University, a top 10 UK Higher Education Institution, LUSEP offers unrivalled access to cutting-edge research, exceptional talent, and collaborative opportunities in areas including sports science, engineering, artificial intelligence, and clean energy.

And we’re just getting started. With an ambitious plan to develop more than 100 hectares as part of our enterprise zone remit, we’re creating a world-class destination for high-tech businesses and future-focused jobs. We are now looking for a highly organised and proactive Science Park Operations Manager to ensure the efficient day-to-day running of Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park (LUSEP).

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional with strong organisational skills and a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.

A market supplement may be available for an exceptional candidate.

Application Closing Date: 18 January 2026

Interviews: 11 February 2026

For more details, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Where you work – access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Financial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.

Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.

Travel and sustainability- access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.