Academic Quality Officer (London)

GBS UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK educational institution is seeking an Academic Quality Officer to uphold high standards of academic integrity and quality assurance. The role involves supporting quality assurance initiatives, producing reports, and analyzing data to enhance student experiences. This position is based on-site in Stratford or Manchester, offering a full-time permanent contract with competitive benefits, including 25 days annual leave and bonuses. Strong communication and analytical skills are key for success.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Tuition reimbursement for career development courses

Qualifications

• Experience in professional report writing.
• Ability to interpret data and present findings clearly.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent application of quality policies.
• Produce high-quality reports for audiences.
• Support audits and assessment processes.

Skills

Excellent written communication skills

Strong analytical ability

Exceptional organisational skills

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Department

Academic Standards and Quality Office

Location

Stratford (East London) or Manchester (On-Site)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Working Pattern

Full-Time, 40hrs per week

Salary Range

34,000-40,000pa

Our Vision

Changing lives through education

About the Role

As an Academic Quality Officer, you will support the Academic Standards and Quality Office in ensuring that GBS, and its awarding partners uphold the highest standards of academic integrity, compliance, and quality assurance.

You will help implement and monitor quality systems and policies across our programmes, produce high-quality reports, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the student experience.

This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference in shaping the academic journey of thousands of students across the UK and beyond.

Join GBS (Global Banking School) and help shape academic excellence across our campuses. We’re looking for a detail-driven Academic Quality Officer to support quality assurance, policy implementation, and continuous improvement in partnership with our awarding bodies.

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent application of partner and GBS quality policies.
• Produce high-quality reports for internal and external audiences.
• Support audits, assessment processes and student casework procedures.
• Drive enhancements through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as secretary to GBS boards and committees, preparing agendas, minutes, and reports.
• Deliver data-driven reports, analysing both qualitative and quantitative insights to inform strategic decision-making.

What Were Looking For

• Excellent written communication skills and experience in professional report writing.
• Strong analytical ability to interpret data and present findings clearly and effectively.
• Exceptional organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel between GBS campuses when required.

Why Join GBS?

At GBS (Global Banking School), we invest in people who inspire success. When you join us, you become part of a diverse, forward-thinking academic community that values growth, innovation, and wellbeing. Here’s what makes working with us rewarding:

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• 500 award employee referral scheme
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• 500 award employee referral scheme