Please complete the UHI Moray Job Application Form and quote the Reference Number. All applicants must complete the form as fully as possible. CVs will not be considered. All appointments are subject to the appropriate PVG Scheme membership or Disclosure Scotland check.

To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:

Centre Director (Business Enterprise Hub)

Reference no. 26/040 Salary range £59,868 (pay award pending of 3.4% effective from 1 September 2026) Duration *Fixed term for a period of 3 years Working hours 1 FTE - 35 total hours Closing Date 5pm, Thursday 18th June 2026

UHI Moray is seeking an ambitious and visionary Centre Director to lead the establishment and strategic development of our new Business Enterprise Hub, based in Elgin, Moray.

The Hub is a project developed through the Moray Growth Deal. The Growth Deal, which is supported by the UK and Scottish Governments, is a transformational initiative designed to maximise Moray’s future economic competitiveness. This is a rare opportunity to shape a flagship regional initiative that will support economic growth, entrepreneurship, innovation and skills development across Moray and the wider UHI regions. The Hub will create a focal point for enterprise support, graduate retention, business incubation, leadership development and employer engagement.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for the Hub, build strong relationships with industry, public sector agencies and investors, and ensure the Hub becomes a recognised centre for enterprise excellence and business engagement.

The postholder will play a central role in delivering the ambitions of the Moray Growth Deal through:

• Developing and implementing the Hub’s strategic vision and operating model
• Building partnerships with employers, industry bodies, local authorities and enterprise agencies
• Supporting business start-up, incubation and innovation activity
• Securing external funding, sponsorship and commercial income opportunities
• Leading multidisciplinary teams across enterprise, business engagement and innovation functions
• Ensuring strong governance, financial management and reporting arrangements
• Promoting UHI and UHI Moray as key drivers of regional economic development

The successful candidate must be educated to SCQF Level 11 with relevant industrial/commercial experience, a proven track record in business development and the ability to build a creative, innovative centre that benefits the college and wider region. The candidate will need leadership experience, being able to work collaboratively with colleagues within the Hub and the wider college community, while engaging effectively with stakeholders including the wider UHI partnership.

Working at UHI Moray provides a range of employee benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement, a Flexible Working procedure, access to the NESPF Local government pension scheme, occupational sick pay scheme, family friendly and special leave provisions, staff development opportunities, cycle to work and an employee assistance programme. For further information on employee benefits please contact mc.recruitment.moray@uhi.ac.uk

If you are new to the region, Moray offers an exceptional quality of life, combining affordable living with stunning natural surroundings, vibrant communities, and excellent opportunities for work and education.

Please note: UHI Moray do not currently hold a Sponsor Licence under the Skilled Worker visa route. Right to work status will be considered during the selection process.

The anticipated interview date for this post is Tuesday 30th June 2026.

All appointments are made subject to appropriate PVG Membership. 

Further information can be obtained from Euan Black, Deputy Principal via email Euan.Black.moray@uhi.ac.uk  

*This post is funded by a source external to UHI Moray and is therefore fixed term, subject to the continuation of this funding. The initial period would be for a minimum of three years.

We are positive about disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this vacancy.

If you would like any further information regarding the vacancy the Human Resources team are available to assist at the address below:

Human Resources Section
UHI Moray
Moray Street
Elgin
Moray
IV30 1JJ