Rob Sykes

Rob Sykes has served at The University of Sheffield since July 2001, currently holding the position of Chief Operating Officer, where responsibilities include overseeing the Academic Services and External Relations Group, which focuses on student recruitment, research support, and partnership development. Previous roles at the university include Executive Director of Academic Services and Director of Operations for the Faculty of Social Sciences, highlighting leadership in academic strategy and faculty management. Rob's earlier experience includes leading efforts in research strategy development as Head of Planning and Operations in the Research Office and serving as a Research Development Manager. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Social History from The University of Sheffield and ongoing studies at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.