Project Manager

Said Business School; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Oxford is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to join their Academic Programmes team. The role involves overseeing academic programme management from pre-arrival to completion, fostering relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance in financial management. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in educational or project management, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to delivering excellence. This position offers a generous holiday allowance and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance of 38 days

Hybrid working

Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme

Discounted bus travel

Subsidised onsite catering

Cycle loan scheme

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in educational or project management.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering excellence in program management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of academic programmes from pre-arrival to completion.
• Build strong working relationships across the School and partner institutions.
• Prepare and distribute student communications and oversee records management.
• Support financial management and compliance in programme budgets.

Skills

Educational management experience

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description Saïd Business School, Park End Street, Oxford Grade 6: £35,681 - £41,636 per annum including the Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 per annum Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week)

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Programme Manager to join our Academic Programmes team at Saïd Business School. The team is responsible for delivering a seamless, high-quality student experience across a range of world-class degree programmes, including:
MSc in Financial Economics (MFE)
MSc in Applied Financial Economics (MAFE)
MSc in Law and Finance (MLF)
Doctoral Programmes in Management and Finance
BA in Economics and Management Admissions for MFE, MAFE, Doctoral Programmes and the Recognised Student Scheme

Responsibilities

• Programme and Event Management: Lead the management of one or more academic programmes from pre-arrival to completion, including timetabling, teaching logistics, electives administration and student communications. Plan and deliver key programme events such as induction, end‑of‑course ceremonies and open days.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across the School, University and partner institutions.
• Act as the main point of contact for programme matters, supporting students, faculty, and senior stakeholders.
• Communications and Data Management: Prepare and distribute student communications, newsletters, handbooks and updates across platforms such as Canvas. Oversee student records, committee papers, and reports for governance, compliance and quality assurance.
• Financial Management: Support the preparation and monitoring of programme budgets, manage procurement processes and ensure financial transactions are compliant and cost‑effective.

Qualifications

You will have substantial experience in educational or project management, ideally within a higher education or professional setting. You will combine exceptional organisational and communication skills with a commitment to delivering excellence in all aspects of programme management.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme
• Discounted bus travel
• Subsidised onsite catering
• Cycle loan scheme
• Plus, many other University benefits

At Saïd Business School we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to our team. Join us to build a brighter, more equitable future, where we celebrate diversity, advance equity, and nurture inclusion across everything we do.