Programme Manager Executive Leaning (Open Programmes)

ACS Staffing Solutions; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of executive education is seeking a Programme Manager to deliver high-impact learning experiences for senior leaders. The role involves managing a portfolio of programmes, overseeing logistics, and supporting both participants and faculty. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, along with experience in project management. This position offers a hybrid working model, requiring presence in the Cambridge office at least two days per week. Join to contribute to a respected portfolio known for excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in project or event management ideally in an educational or client-focused environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Flexible about working hours when programmes require it.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of programmes from concept to completion ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Provide technical support for online sessions using platforms like Zoom and Teams.
• Maintain regular communication with participants across the full programme lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Event management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

A leading provider of executive education is looking for a Programme Manager to help deliver high-impact learning experiences for senior leaders from around the world. This role sits within the organisations Open Programmes team and plays a key part in bringing together all elements needed to run successful in-person and digital programmes.

Youll take ownership of end-to-end programme delivery from planning to execution ensuring a seamless experience for participants faculty and clients. The position offers a mix of operational responsibility stakeholder management and live event coordination with the opportunity to contribute to a portfolio known for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Event Management

• Manage a portfolio of programmes from concept to completion ensuring timelines budgets and quality standards are met.
• Oversee logistics such as accommodation travel catering AV venues and digital learning environments.
• Support participants and faculty during programme delivery including some out-of-hours events and occasional weekends.
• Provide technical support for online sessions using platforms like Zoom and Teams.

Stakeholder Management

• Work collaboratively with internal teams faculty and external partners.
• Deliver high-quality service to clients and participants.
• Source and manage suppliers including venues and hotels.

Communication & Programme Support

• Maintain regular communication with participants across the full programme lifecycle.
• Coordinate rehearsals roundtables and faculty briefings.
• Gather and present feedback leading post-programme debriefs to support continuous improvement.
• Keep internal systems and records accurate and up to date.

Additional Contributions

Support team initiatives and contribute to cross-functional projects.

About You

• Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
• Experience in project or event management ideally in an educational or client-focused environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Confident communicator with a customer-first mindset.
• Comfortable with modern office and learning technology.
• Flexible about working hours when programmes require it.
• A project management qualification (APM Prince2 Agile etc.) is desirable.

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working model with at least two days per week in the Cambridge office; additional attendance may be needed depending on programme schedules.
• 40-hour working week with flexibility supported.
• Six-month probation period.

If interested please apply here or call Kim to discuss further.