Japanese Speaking Academic Program Manager

Tesol Inc; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the UK is seeking an Academic Programmes Manager to oversee student programmes for Japanese clients. The role involves managing teams, liaising with partner offices in Japan, and ensuring program delivery aligns with educational goals. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, a background in education or cultural exchange, and knowledge of Japanese culture. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a clean UK driving licence are essential requirements. This position offers a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong team management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication - both written and face-to-face.
• Ability to think strategically while staying on top of details.
• Must be UK-based and hold a clean UK driving licence.
• Experience working with Japanese clients or knowledge of Japanese culture/language.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all aspects of Japanese student programmes.
• Liaise with partner offices in Japan to finalize programme content.
• Oversee a remote network of Group Coordinators across the UK.
• Lead regular programme operations meetings.
• Train and support new staff members.

Skills

Team management

Leadership

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Presentation skills

Education

Background in education, cultural exchange, or EFL

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

MS Access

Job description

Educational Organization

Academic Programmes Manager

Salary: over 30K GBP

Location: Romford Hybrid

Academic Programmes Manager Main Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all aspects of our Japanese student programmes, from initial brief to delivery
• Liaise daily with our partner offices in Japan to finalise programme content and respond to changing needs
• Oversee a remote network of Group Coordinators across the UK
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of host family details, delegating to support staff when needed
• Lead regular programme operations meetings and manage internal milestones and deadlines
• Greet visiting school groups and senior staff when required
• Collaborate with our Academic Planning Manager to align intercultural learning activities with English language goals
• Train and support new staff members as part of your team leadership responsibilities
• Provide regular reports and updates to the General Manager

Academic Programmes Manager Ideal Candidate

• Strong team management and leadership skills
• Excellent communication - both written and face-to-face
• Ability to think strategically while staying on top of details
• Flexible, proactive, and comfortable with fast-changing plans
• Mature, professional, and confident dealing with senior stakeholders
• Must be UK-based, domestically settled, and hold a clean UK driving licence
• Background in education, cultural exchange, or EFL (English as a Foreign Language)
• Experience working with Japanese clients or knowledge of Japanese culture/language
• Familiarity with the UK school system and confidence in liaising with educational institutions
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint); database knowledge (e.g. MS Access) a plus
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and calm under pressure
• Ability to create and deliver presentations to diverse audiences