The University of Law
Programme Director - Collaborative Partnerships
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The London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) and The University of Law (ULaw) Partnership
The London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) and The University of Law (ULaw) have officially launched an exciting strategic partnership, combining the strengths of two institutions within the Global University Systems network to enhance the delivery of career-focused education.
From the 2026/27 academic year, ULaw will provide the academic framework and award qualifications for its management and hospitality programmes delivered at and by LCCA. Students joining these programmes receive a ULaw award, while studying at LCCA London campuses and being taught by LCCA colleagues.
Programme Director - Collaborative Partnerships
We are looking for a Programme Director - Collaborative Partnerships who will be responsible for task management and development of academic teaching delivery staff. The Programme Director – Collaborative Partnerships provides the strategic academic leadership for the University's partnership with the London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA).
Please view the full job description here and it’s associated Roles and Responsibilities document here.
This is a full-time, permanent hybrid position, working from one of our Business School campuses (London Moorgate, London Bloomsbury, Birmingham or Manchester) and remotely.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Provide strategic academic leadership for the University's partnership with LCCA.
- Develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with senior academic leaders within LCCA.
- Lead the academic implementation of the partnership and contribute to its future strategic development.
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Academic Governance, Quality and Standards
- Ensure the partnership operates in accordance with University academic regulations, policies and procedures.
- Lead operational governance on behalf of the Business School.
- Ensure curriculum, assessment and programme delivery meet University quality standards.
- Oversee programme approval, modification and annual monitoring processes.
Partnership Management
- Ensure effective monitoring of Continuation, Completion, Graduate Outcomes, NSS, Student satisfaction and other relevant metrics.
- Ensure the partnership complies with all relevant regulatory requirements such as Office for Students (OfS), Conditions of Registration, HESA returns
- Build effective relationships with academic and professional service teams across both organisations.
Student Experience
- Ensure students studying through the partnership receive an experience consistent with University expectations.
- Monitor student engagement, wellbeing, retention and success
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have significant senior leadership experience within Higher Education, as well as knowledge of UK Quality Code, OfS regulatory framework and consumer protection requirements. You will be a strategic leader, with an excellent standard of stakeholder and partnership management. You will have/be:
- Postgraduate qualification in Business or relevant discipline
- PgCHE or equivalent and Fellow of Advanced HE
- Knowledge of access and participation, academic governance and collaborative provision
- A solutions focused, strategic thinker, with strong personal accountability
- Committed to continuous improvement
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To view the full job description click here and its associated role and responsibilities
Closing Date
Closing date for applications is 19th August 2026 midnight.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary of £86,000 per annum, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days plus Bank Holidays, along with a rewards package that includes:
- Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Training and Qualifications (including Course Sponsorship/Fee Discount)
- Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts
- Benefits & Wellbeing information
Our Approach
We are committed to ensuring our workforce is reflective of our diverse student population, striving to increase the representation of age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background of our employees.
We’re also committed to providing adjustments to those who may require support with the recruitment process - please contact the ULaw Talent Acquisition Team talentacquisition@law.ac.uk.
Please note: For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK. Please note we are not a licenced sponsor.
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