Faculty Research Degrees Manager, London, £45,728 pro rata, 8 weeks, 2 days per week

We are seeking an experienced Faculty Research Degrees Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for postgraduate research (PGR), within a world-leading public health institution and postgraduate university based in Central London.

This is a short-term, part-time opportunity ideal for a candidate with strong UK higher education experience who can quickly add value in a complex and collaborative environment. Working closely with senior academic leaders, including Faculty Research Degrees Directors and the Dean of the Doctoral College, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, inclusive, and compliant PGR experience aligned with institutional strategy and sector best practice.

This role combines oversight of core PGR processes with a focus on service improvement, data-informed planning, and cross-Faculty coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

Faculty PGR Leadership & Advisory

• Support the development, implementation, and review of Doctoral College strategy, policy, and practice
• Provide expert advice on PGR regulations, quality assurance, and sector expectations
• Represent the Faculty in institutional PGR forums and working groups
• Provide administrative support and guidance to the Dean of the Doctoral College

PGR Lifecycle Oversight

• Oversee the full PGR lifecycle, including admissions, progression, examination, and completion
• Ensure processes are fair, effective, and compliant with regulations
• Support induction and integration of new PGR students
• Act as an escalation point for complex or high-risk cases

Data, Reporting & Planning

• Lead on PGR data analysis (recruitment, progression, completion, attrition)
• Produce reports to support strategic decision-making

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with institutional and external PGR frameworks
• Lead service improvement initiatives to enhance the PGR experience

Person Specification

Essential:

• Substantial experience supporting postgraduate research activity in UK higher education
• Strong knowledge of PGR regulations and quality assurance requirements
• Experience advising senior stakeholders
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills
• Experience of leadership or line management

Desirable:

• Experience in service improvement or change initiatives
• Awareness of sector-wide PGR developments
• Experience supporting committees and governance structures
• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience

This is an excellent opportunity. Apply now!

Due to the large number of applications that we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Val Wade Recruitment are actively looking for applicants from underrepresented communities, and pride ourselves as an equal opportunities’ employer and agency.