Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Executive MBA Programme Manager
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Grade 6: £35,681 - £41,636 per annum including the Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 per annum
Fixed-term (one year), full time (37.5 hours per week)
The role
Join the team behind the world's leading Executive MBA programme
The Executive MBA (EMBA) at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford is ranked No. 1 globally in the QS Executive MBA Rankings 2026. The programme brings together experienced senior leaders from across the world who come to Oxford to develop their leadership, broaden their perspective and make real impact in business and society.
With four active cohorts of around 70 experienced executives from more than 30 countries, the EMBA is one of Oxford Saïd’s flagship programmes.
As EMBA Programme Manager, you will play a central role in planning and delivering an outstanding experience for these leaders throughout their two-year programme, both in Oxford and at international locations. From onboarding through to end of programme ceremonies, you will help create an experience that reflects Oxford’s reputation for excellence.
Why this role matters
The EMBA generates approximately £18 million in annual tuition revenue and plays an important role in Oxford Saïd’s purpose of creating impact from within: transforming individuals, who transform businesses, which transform the world.
This is far more than programme administration. It is an exciting and varied role combining project and event management, stakeholder engagement, leadership of a cohort, innovation and communications to deliver a seamless student experience.
Combining meticulous planning with exceptional customer service, you will become a trusted point of contact for students, faculty and senior colleagues, ensuring every detail works seamlessly behind the scenes so students can focus on learning.
Every cohort is different, bringing diverse interests, expectations and professional experience. This gives you continual opportunities to improve, innovate and help shape the programme experience.
About the team
You will join an innovative, supportive and ambitious EMBA Programme team made up of a Programme Director, Associate Director, Senior Programme Managers, Programme Managers and Programme Coordinators.
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Together, the team works collaboratively with colleagues across Admissions, Careers, Faculty Services, Examinations, Facilities, Alumni Relations, Business Development and many other departments.
No two weeks are the same. One week you could be planning an international module, the next leading end-of-course celebrations, hosting dinners in Oxford's historic colleges, supporting world-leading faculty, welcoming influential guest speakers, crafting engaging communications or introducing new initiatives inspired by student feedback.
If you enjoy variety, thrive on responsibility and take pride in building relationships and delivering exceptional experiences, this is a role where you can make a real impact.
Why join the EMBA team?
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Experience the very best of Oxford traditions, from formal dinners in historic colleges to immersive learning in debating chambers, chapels and on rowing along the river.
- Travel and gain international experience through the onsite delivery of overseas modules and working with world-leading executives, faculty and partners across the globe (Latin America, Asia, South Africa and California).
- Develop your skills in an environment that actively invests in your growth, through access to Oxford's exceptional learning opportunities, alongside mentoring, job shadowing, professional training and conferences.
- Join a positive, supportive and collaborative team where your ideas are valued, innovation is encouraged and you have genuine ownership of projects from concept to delivery.
Who we're looking for
This role would suit candidates with successful experience in programme, project or event management; executive or higher education operations; hospitality; luxury travel; conferences, weddings, large scales events or festivals; client services or another fast-paced, complex, delivery-focused environment where organisation, relationship management and attention to detail are essential.
We are looking for someone who is highly organised, calm under pressure, confident working with senior stakeholders and motivated by delivering exceptional experiences. You will bring strong communication skills, sound judgement, a commitment to service excellence and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment.
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This is a dynamic and highly rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to contribute to one of Oxford Saïd’s most high-profile programmes.
You must have the Right to Work within the UK as this position may not amount to enough points under the points-based immigration system in the UK. For more information please visit: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks.
Further information on this role can be found in the job description.
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.
We offer very generous benefits, some of which are:
- 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
Apply now
All applications must include a CV, Supporting Statement/Cover Letter and Current Salary.
For further guidance and support, please visit https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply.
If you have any questions about the role, we look forward to hearing from you by email to Lorice.Sivira@sbs.ox.ac.uk.
The closing date for applications is Monday 27 July 2026 at 12.00 noon. Interviews will likely be held week commencing Monday 3 August 2026. Please note, this vacancy may close earlier than advertised if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
Are you interested in joining Saïd Business School’s talent pool and/or receiving our job alerts? Register at https://careers.sbs.ox.ac.uk/registration.aspx.
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