Welcome to the University of Salford Digital IT team

About the University of Salford

At the University of Salford, we have an exciting and ambitious vision, a new strategy and an overarching mission. This will enable us to provide the best possible experience for our students and to respond to the challenges we face in an ever-changing higher education landscape – both at home and overseas.

We transform lives, stimulate discovery and realise potential

Underpinning our vision is the creation of four industry collaboration zones which will act as a focus for new relationships and partnerships in particular industry sectors. This is a move away from the traditional structures and models of learning and will provide new and exciting experience opportunities for our students as well as building more solid links with our strategic partners out in industry. We have a long and distinguished history of achievement here at Salford and much to be proud of.

What we offer

Very generous pension schemes with a range available depending on the Grade of your role.
Competitive salary packages - colleagues can also benefit from annual increments and pay awards, where applicable.
25+ days holidays plus approx. 8 Bank Holidays.
Access to a vast selection of wellbeing services including; Employee Assist programme, occupational health, mental health first aiders, on-site counsellors.
A wide range of facilities on-site like discounted gym membership, sports centre, pool, eateries, nursery, and more.

Meet the Harvey Nash team

Emma Gardiner
Director UK North
Emily Maddocks
Consultant
Phil Hurlston
Principal Consultant
Samantha Kearney
Associate Director

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