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Academic Quality Officer | Higher Education
A higher education provider is seeking an Academic Quality Officer to support academic standards, quality assurance, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across its programmes and campuses.
This is a full-time, permanent opportunity based in East London (Canary Wharf) or Manchester, with a salary of £34,000–£40,000 per year.
The role
The Academic Quality Officer will work within the Academic Standards and Quality function, supporting the consistent application of academic policies and quality frameworks. The role will involve working with internal teams and awarding partners to maintain high standards of academic quality, integrity and compliance while contributing to initiatives that improve the student experience.
Key responsibilities
- Support the consistent implementation of academic quality policies and procedures.
- Produce high-quality reports for internal stakeholders, awarding partners and external organisations.
- Support academic audits, assessment processes and student casework procedures.
- Analyse qualitative and quantitative data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and quality enhancement projects.
- Provide administrative and governance support to academic boards and committees, including preparing agendas, minutes and reports.
- Support preparations relating to regulatory requirements and degree-awarding powers.
- Work collaboratively with academic and professional services teams to maintain consistent quality standards.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of quality assurance systems and processes.
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What’s required
- Strong professional writing and report-writing skills.
- Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly.
- Exceptional organisation and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Experience within higher education, academic quality, quality assurance, compliance or a related environment would be advantageous.
- Willingness to travel between campuses when required.
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What’s on offer
- £34,000–£40,000 annual salary
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
- Additional annual leave based on length of service
- Discretionary annual performance bonus
- Workplace pension
- Tuition reimbursement for eligible career development courses
- Flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery and technology schemes
- Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits
- Recognition and reward programmes
- Location: East London (Canary Wharf) or Manchester
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Sponsorship: Not available for this position
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