Programme Coordinator - Finance MSc Programme Suite

SONICOM; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days annual leave

Generous pension schemes

Flexible working policy

Job summary

Imperial College London is seeking a Programme Coordinator to support the Finance suite of programmes within the Business School. The role is hybrid, based at South Kensington and White City campuses, with a salary of £42,505 to £47,213 per annum.

You will report to the Senior Programmes Manager and assist with coordinating administrative activities, supporting Academic Directors and coordinating with diverse stakeholders across the year. The position is full-time and open-ended.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification or experience related to the work for this post.
• Experience of office administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office package and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate administrative support for the Finance suite of programmes to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operation.
• Provide secretarial and administrative support to Academic Directors.
• Manage workload, communicate effectively with stakeholders and handle multiple deadlines.

Skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Team player

Education

Degree / equivalent qualification or experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job number BUS00889 Faculties Business School Departments Business School Salary or Salary range £42,505 - £47,213 per annum Location/campus South Kensington and White City Campus - Hybrid Contract type work pattern Full time - Open ended Posting End Date 9 Sept 2026

About the role

We are seeking to recruit a Programme Coordinator to work within the Finance suite of programmes. The suite recruits approximately a third of all admitted Business School students each year and has a large international representation.

What you would be doing

Reporting to the Senior Programmes Manager, you will be responsible for assisting with the coordination of effective and efficient administrative support to the Finance suite of programmes ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the modules throughout the academic year. You will also provide secretarial and administrative support to the Academic Directors.

Sharing our enthusiasm and ambition to deliver programmes of the highest quality, you will have proven experience of supporting a variety of stake-holders; of managing a demanding workload effectively and of responding flexibly to opportunities and challenges as they arise.

Excellent time management, organisational and problem-solving skills are vital for this role, as is a strong customer focus and excellent attention to detail. You will demonstrate exemplary administration and IT skills and experience working in PA/EA work would desirable. You must be a strong team player with the ability to use your own initiative and work with minimal supervision. You should have excellent communication skills and be comfortable balancing multiple deadlines and prioritising effectively. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a pro‑active attitude and ability to juggle several tasks confidently. You should have experience working with MS Office and large amounts of data, as well as excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Previous experience of working in higher education is desirable but not essential.

What we are looking for

• A degree / equivalent qualification or experience related to the work for this post
• Experience of office administration
• Demonstrable computer competency and preferably knowledgeable of the Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) as well as the ability to learn new software systems
• Interested in business/business education
• Reliable and responsible with excellent time‑keeping
• Good personal organisation and effective time management skills
• Able to work independently and take initiative to deal with unforeseen problems and circumstances
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skill
• Proactive and strong team player
• Flexible and versatile ie: Customer service oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with students and staff
• Able to work under pressure during peak/term time
• A flexible approach to working, able to work evenings on occasion

Full requirements of the job can be found on the job description and person specification.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world‑leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector‑leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on‑site leisure facilities and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Interest‑free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further information

This is a full time and open‑ended position, based at South Kensington & White City campuses (hybrid). All appointments will normally be made at the bottom of the salary range.

Interviews are expected to be held w/c 28 th September 2026 (subject to change).

Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

About Imperial

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As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.

This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.

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