Bournemouth University
Partnerships Manager (Registry and Operations)
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About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Partnerships Manager to join our Academic Services team on a 12-month fixed term basis. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering the growth of partnership provision within the registry and programme operations functions.
You will lead a range of activities that underpin the successful development and management of partnerships at BU, including:
- leading the development and implementation of regulations, policies and procedures to support partner-delivered provision
- ensuring robust, compliant and efficient administration across the full student lifecycle and the integrity of student records
- working closely with senior colleagues to translate strategic ambitions for partnership growth into effective operational processes
- acting as the primary partnership contact for academic administration matters
- building strong relationships and providing expert guidance, training and documentation to support delivery
- driving continuous improvement, including system and process enhancements, performance monitoring, and the identification and management of operational risks.
About You
We are looking for a collaborative and proactive manager with significant experience in academic administration within a higher education environment. You will bring strong knowledge of student lifecycle processes, an understanding of partnership provision and regulatory frameworks, and a proven ability to lead process development. You will be organised, detail-focused, and confident managing complex operational activity and engaging effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
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About The Department
The Partnerships Manager will be part of the Academic Registry team within Academic Services. Academic Services creates an enabling academic environment, which shares expertise, builds capabilities and inspires stakeholders through sector leading, user-centred processes and outstanding service delivery.
About Us
Bournemouth University’s vision is worldwide recognition as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice. Our highly skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the globe, who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences that help to build our global learning community.
BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.
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Core Package
- PAY– a competitive salary with opportunities for pay progression
- PENSION– a valuable defined benefit pension with generous employer contributions
- HOLIDAY – Annual leave entitlement of 30 days plus bank holidays and winter closure (pro rata if part time)
- WORK LIFE BALANCE – flexible working arrangements including opportunities for hybrid working and flexitime (role dependant)
You will also have access to a wide range of voluntary benefits:
Health & Wellbeing: Employee assistance programme, dental care scheme, health cash plan
Financial & Discounts: Discounts including a reduction of fees for family members who study at BU
Travel: Cycle to work scheme, secure bike stores, showers and lockers, free bus travel between campuses, discounted bus travel
Sports & Activities: Sport BU has a wide range of activities which staff can access
Family: Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, on-site nursery with discounts for BU staff
Modern, vibrant campus locations: Bright and flexible work and meeting spaces, with on-site food outlets and coffee shops
A job description for this position is available at the top of this page. If you require this in a different format, please contact us at hrvacancies@bournemouth.ac.uk.
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