Lifecycle Administration Manager (Exams, Timetabling, Graduation and Records)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lifecycle Administration Manager to lead a dynamic team in delivering high-quality services related to examinations, graduation, and student records. This role focuses on continuous improvement to enhance the student experience and requires strong planning, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will oversee activities from registration to award verification and ensure compliance with regulations. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about education, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Strong planning and organizational skills with experience leading a collaborative team.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments and solve problems proactively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a central team of administrators and subject matter experts.
• Drive process improvements and manage change for student lifecycle elements.

Skills

Planning and Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Interpersonal Skills

Team Leadership

Job description

Lifecycle Administration Manager (Exams, Timetabling, Graduation and Records), London

Client: University of Bristol

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b84039391f9c

Job Views: 1

Posted: 07.05.2025

Expiry Date: 21.06.2025

Job Description:

The Education Administration Office, within Education and Student Success, provides central operational support for key student lifecycle processes.

The Lifecycle Administration Manager role offers an exciting opportunity to lead the efficient delivery of high-quality services related to examinations, graduation, timetabling, and student records administration, ensuring excellent stakeholder service. The postholder will focus on continuous improvement to enhance the student experience.

What will you be doing?

1. Manage a central team of administrators and subject matter experts. Provide day-to-day management, clear direction, support skill development, and promote personal growth.
2. Understand the student lifecycle at the University of Bristol. Support delivery of key milestones through planning and stakeholder liaison.
3. Drive process improvements and manage change. Ensure team processes are future-proof and adaptable to sector challenges and initiatives.
4. Ensure successful delivery of student lifecycle elements. Oversee activities from registration to award verification, including timetabling, examinations, and graduation.
5. Maintain quality and accuracy of team outputs. Implement policies for compliance with regulations and keep user documentation current.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong planning and organizational skills with experience leading a collaborative team.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments and solve problems proactively.
• Experience managing complex stakeholder groups and building relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude towards change and process improvement.
• Comfortable leading teams through significant change.

Nice to have:

• Experience in examinations, timetabling, or graduation within a higher education environment.