Student Lifecycle Transformation Programme Manager

Job Title: Student Lifecycle Programme Manager

Contract type: Permanent

Location: London

Working arrangement: Remote with occasional on-site travel

Salary: up to £90,000 (with a generous benefits package!)

Reports to: Associate Director of Projects and the Director of Portfolio and Benefits

We are working exclusively with a London based university on an exciting permanent opportunity. The University is in Year 5 of their transformational 10-year strategic plan and are looking to appoint a Programme Manager who will be responsible for the Student Lifecycle business transformation programme across the University.

Your day-to-day responsibilities:

• Delivery of the Student Lifecycle Transformation programme in line with the strategic objectives of the institution.
• Co-ordination and effective management of all activities within the programme throughout the programme lifecycle.
• Ensuring that an effective delivery plan and strategy is in place to deliver the programme on time, on budget and to the required quality standards.
• Monitoring progress, resolving issues and initiating appropriate corrective action to ensure the programme delivers its intended benefits.
• Providing leadership for the constituent projects and workstreams
• Ensuring that the significant change requirements inherent in the Programme are managed in a positive and constructive manner at all levels throughout the organisation.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience of 5+ years as a Programme Manager or Project Manager delivering end-to-end large-scale programmes
• Demonstrable leadership role and in-depth experience of programme and project management
• Experience of successfully delivering either a part or a whole Student Record System replacement programme.
• Knowledge of business processes in relation to the student life cycle.
• An excellent understanding of the Academic Registry function within UK Higher Education and particularly of student-facing and educational services.
• Certification in a structured Project Management methodology such as Prince 2 or equivalent.
• Desirable – Knowledge of SITS, Banner, or other similar Students Records systems.

If you are looking for a values-driven role where you can utilise your Programme and Project Management experience – Apply Now!