Business Administration Manager (MBChB)

University of Greater Manchester; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical education institution in Bolton is seeking an experienced Business Administration Manager to oversee operations of the MBChB programme. This role requires strong organisational and leadership skills, a commitment to student success, and the ability to manage complex processes effectively. The ideal candidate will be part of the pioneering team at a new medical school, contributing to a culture of inclusion and excellence.

Benefits

State-of-the-art teaching environment

Collaborative team culture

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced administrator with strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to coordinate complex processes and manage HR processes.
• Committed to inclusion and high standards of student support.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational delivery of the MBChB programme.
• Manage programme administration across quality assurance and curriculum planning.
• Support academic leads and oversee professional services activities.

Skills

Team management experience

Strong organisational skills

Skilled communicator

Solutions-focused

Job description

Business Administration Manager (MBChB)

Are you a highly organised and solutions-focused professional who thrives in fast-paced, purpose-driven environments? Do you have the confidence and capability to lead day-to-day operations, shape effective processes, and support senior leadership?

We are seeking an experiencedBusiness Administration Manager (MBChB)to join the University of Greater Manchester School of Medicine at a pivotal time, as we prepare to welcome our first cohort of medical students in September 2025. This role is central to the successful delivery of our MBChB programme, which reflects our values of inclusion, compassion, and academic excellence.

About the Role

As Business Administration Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operational delivery of the MBChB programme. This includes managing programme administration across quality assurance, curriculum planning, student support, placements, and regulatory compliance.

You will deputise for the Head of Professional Services and take ownership of the operational detail that underpins our MBChB programme. The role also involves supporting academic leads, coordinating programme governance, overseeing professional services activity, and managing administrative staff to ensure a smooth, efficient, and high-quality experience for both students and staff.

This is a hands-on management role, requiring strong organisational skills, excellent judgement, and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across academic, NHS, and professional services settings.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• An experienced and confident administrator with team management experience
• Highly organised, solutions-focused, and able to lead and coordinate complex processes
• A skilled communicator with the ability to work closely with senior academic and NHS colleagues
• Committed to inclusion, student success, and delivering high standards
• Comfortable managing HR processes, governance, quality systems, and programme events

Why Join Us?

At the University of Greater Manchester School of Medicine, you’ll be part of something truly special:

A new medical school built on the values of compassion, inclusion, integrity, and ambition

A state-of-the-art teaching environment with cutting-edge clinical simulation and digital infrastructure

A close-knit, collaborative team where your voice and contribution genuinely matter

A culture that supports development and gives you the opportunity to shape processes from the ground up

We’re proudly based in Bolton, and our medical school is rooted in the community, with a mission to train doctors who will serve diverse populations with skill and empathy.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit:https://jobs.bolton.ac.uk/vacancies.aspx?cat=-1or request an application form by [e-mail].

Interviews are expected to take place within two weeks of the closing date.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. For more information, please visithttps://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.