Assistant Partnerships Manager

University of Suffolk; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Ipswich is looking for Assistant Partnerships Managers to develop and manage academic partnerships. The role involves ensuring excellent support for students and regulatory compliance, with collaboration across teams like Admissions and Student Records. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and experience in academic partnerships. This position offers generous leave, flexible working options, and a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working policies

Competitive workplace pension

Staff discounts at local amenities

Access to learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering academic partnerships.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of academic partnerships.
• Ensure smooth course delivery and excellent student experience.
• Work collaboratively with teams like Admissions and Student Records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Experience with academic partnerships

Job description

X2 posts available

Permanent, full time, 37 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

Band 4 - £33,002 to £36,636 per annum

About The Team

The Centre for Academic & International Partnerships (CAIP) is responsible for the development and management of the University’s academic partnership arrangements with several institutions globally. Currently, there is approximately 16,600 students enrolled on a UoS programme delivered by an academic partner. The team act as a central link between partner institutions and the University’s academic schools and professional services departments and work actively to build the network of partners engaged with the University.

About The Role

Assistant Partnerships Managers work closely with a range of colleagues from across the University to develop and deliver academic partnerships, ensuring there is an excellent experience for students and that staff at partner organisations are supported in their work with the University. The post holder will develop experience of working with a range of University partners (both UK and international). There are 2 posts available:

• Post reference 4646 (see job description) will be focused upon supporting a Partnerships Manager who are linked to an identified portfolio of partners, ensuring that the courses are delivered smoothly and the students are provided with an excellent experience.
• Post reference number 4647 (see job description) will have a focus on regulatory compliance activities and will work closely with the Director & Head of CAIP.

Both posts will require you to work with other teams around the organisation to support the delivery of processes and policies when they relate to partnership students. These teams include Admissions, Student Records and the Office for Student Appeals, Complaints and Conduct (OSACC). They are expected to become a highly competent user of University systems and will ensure accuracy of the information and records held within these systems and online.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days.
• Enjoy an extra day of paid leave on your birthday, subject to qualifying/service conditions.
• Flexible working, including family friendly policies.
• Competitive workplace pension scheme (USS) - with an employer contribution rate of 14.5%, tax relief on contributions and life cover.
• Staff discounts at a number of local amenities in Ipswich.
• Discounted membership at Adastral Park Leisure and Sports
• Access to a range of high-quality learning and development opportunities
• Discounted rates for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Staff recognition annual awards.

Closing date: Monday 19 January 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 19 February 2026. All interviews will be conducted in person.

For further information relating to post 4646, please contact Lynne Illman, [e-mail] or Laura Finbow, [e-mail] (Partnerships Managers).

For further information relating to the post 4647, please contact Claire Newton, [e-mail] (Head of CAIP) or Stuart Agnew, [e-mail] (Director, CAIP).

Please see the Job Application Guidance to support your application.

Please be aware that this post is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

We recommend that you apply as soon as possible, even if the closing date is in the future.

Applications received may be reviewed before the closing date and should we receive a high number of applications for this post, or high-quality applications which demonstrate suitability, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date.

We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.