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Said Business School; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university department in Oxford is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to ensure a high-quality student experience across its degree programmes. Responsibilities include leading programme management from pre-arrival to completion, planning events, and supporting communications with students and faculty. Candidates should have substantial experience in educational or project management and possess excellent organisational and communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including generous holidays and hybrid working flexibility.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance of 38 days

Hybrid working flexibility

Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme

Discounted bus travel

Cycle loan scheme

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in educational or project management, ideally in higher education.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills with commitment to excellence.
• Ability to manage complex priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of academic programmes from pre-arrival to completion.
• Plan and deliver key programme events such as induction and open days.
• Act as main point of contact for programme matters and support students.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Detail-oriented

Job description

Saïd Business School – Programme Manager

Location: Oxford University, Park End Street – Salary: £35,681 – £41,636 per annum (plus Oxford University Weighting £1,730). Permanent, full‑time (37.5 hrs/week).

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Programme Manager to join our Academic Programmes team. The team delivers a seamless, high‑quality student experience across a range of world‑class degree programmes, including MSc in Financial Economics (MFE), MSc in Applied Financial Economics (MAFE), MSc in Law and Finance (MLF), Doctoral Programmes and BA in Economics and Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the management of one or more academic programmes from pre‑arrival to completion, including timetabling, teaching logistics, electives administration and student communications.
• Plan and deliver key programme events such as induction, end‑of‑course ceremonies and open days.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across the School, University and partner institutions.
• Act as the main point of contact for programme matters, supporting students, faculty and senior stakeholders.
• Prepare and distribute student communications, newsletters, handbooks and updates across platforms such as Canvas.
• Oversee student records, committee papers, and reports for governance, compliance and quality assurance.
• Support the preparation and monitoring of programme budgets, manage procurement processes and ensure financial transactions are compliant and cost‑effective.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in educational or project management, ideally within a higher‑education or professional setting.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills with a commitment to delivering excellence.
• Ability to manage complex priorities in a fast‑paced environment, proactive and detail‑oriented.
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays.
• Hybrid working flexibility.
• Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme.
• Discounted bus travel and subsidised on‑site catering.
• Cycle loan scheme and other university benefits.

How to Apply

All applications must include a CV, supporting statement/cover letter and current salary. For further guidance, visit https://www.Jobs.Ox.Ac.Uk/how-to-apply. The closing date for applications is 16 January 2026 at 12:00 noon. Please be aware that this vacancy may close earlier than advertised if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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