University of Cambridge
Head of MFin Programme (Student Learning and Engagement), Maternity leave cover
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About The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Cambridge Judge Business School as Head of MFin Programme (Student Learning and Engagement), providing maternity cover for 12 months for a pivotal leadership role within our highly regarded Master of Finance (MFin) programme. The MFin is a premium postgraduate degree attracting experienced finance professionals from around the world. With over 100 students representing 37 nationalities and a curriculum spanning areas such as AI, machine learning, sustainable finance, blockchain and digital assets, the programme is recognised for its academic excellence and innovative approach to business education.
As Head of Programme, you will lead the delivery of an outstanding student learning experience, managing all teaching operations, faculty engagement, programme communications, events and orientation activities. You will work closely with senior academic and professional services colleagues, helping to shape the strategic direction of the programme while ensuring exceptional service and support for students and faculty.
About You
We're looking for an experienced programme, operations or student services leader who can thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
You Will Have
- Significant experience in programme management, operations or administration, ideally within higher education or professional education.
- Exceptional organisational and project management skills.
- Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and influencing at senior levels.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
- Experience delivering high-profile events and managing competing priorities.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience.
- Confidence working with systems, data, reporting tools and online learning platforms
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Why work for Cambridge Judge Business School?
We are the business school of the University of Cambridge, advancing knowledge and leadership through people who leave a mark on the world. Cambridge Judge Business School leverages the power of academia for real world impact to transform individuals, organisations and society. Since 1990, we have forged a reputation as a centre of rigorous thinking and high-impact transformative education, situated within one of the world's most prestigious research universities, and in the heart of the Cambridge Cluster, the most successful technology entrepreneurship cluster in Europe.
Benefits Of Working For Cambridge Judge Business School
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You'll receive excellent benefits at Cambridge Judge Business School including:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Defined benefits pension schemes
- Flexible working options
- Family-friendly initiatives
- Career development opportunities
- Support for health and mental wellbeing
- Discounts on shopping
- Tax-efficient bicycle and charity-giving schemes
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Closing Date: 25th October 2026
Interview Dates: w/c 2nd November 2026
If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact: hrsupport@jbs.cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference NS51264 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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