Induction and Transition Manager

University of Chester; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Chester is looking for an Induction and Transition Manager to oversee the operational activities related to student induction and transition. This role involves planning and managing key university events with a focus on inclusivity and student engagement. Candidates should possess strong organisational skills and experience in delivering multi-site events, with a collaborative approach to teamwork. This is a full-time, fixed-term contract with hybrid working options and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Employee benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex, multi-site events.
• Ability to ensure high-quality, inclusive activities.
• Strong collaborative skills with internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational oversight for welcome and induction activities.
• Plan, organise, and evaluate major University events.
• Work closely with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Strong organisation skills

Creative problem solving

Collaborative approach

Experience in event delivery

Job description

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Induction and Transition Manager

The University's Student Services team are seeking an Induction and Transition Manager. The Induction and Transition Manager provides operational oversight for the University's arrival, welcome, induction and transition activity across all sites and student intakes throughout the year. This includes responsibility for the planning, organisation, delivery and evaluation of major University events including Pre-Arrival, Arrivals Weekend and Welcome Weeks, ensuring that all activity is high quality, inclusive and aligned with institutional priorities for student engagement, retention, and success.

You’ll bring strong organisation skills, creative problem solving and a collaborative approach to managing complex, multi-site events. With experience in event delivery, you’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless execution and the delivery of an excellent student experience.

This post is a full time, fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. The role is hybrid, based between home working and a busy shared office. The role holder will be eligible for the University's flex time scheme and a range of employee benefits.