Project Manager

4 weeks ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom University of Leicester Full time

Vacancy terms: Full-time, fixed term contract for one year.

Hours per week: 37.5

Advert closes midnight on: 12 June 2024

About the role

In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring projects aligned with the University's Research-inspired Education Strategy. You will oversee the preparations for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and the core Student Surveys including the National Student Survey (NSS), Student Academic Experience Survey (SAES) and Postgraduate Teaching Experience Survey (PTES). Additionally, you will provide project management support for initiatives related to the University/Students' Union Partnership Framework.

About you

With relevant experience in Higher Education, specifically in roles related to education policy, strategy, or similar areas, you will possess knowledge of the UK Higher Education System and an understanding of the Office for Students' regulatory framework, particularly regarding the National Student Survey and the Teaching Excellence Framework.

We seek someone who is comfortable challenging the status quo, has the communication skills and expertise to influence decision-making at all levels, and confidence in presenting to different types of audiences. A willingness to identify and solve problems, along with an understanding of how these issues impact areas beyond your immediate responsibilities, is essential.

Additional information

For informal enquiries, please contact Gosia Mobbs on

We anticipate that interviews will take place during week commencing 24 June 2024.

As part of the University's ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people's lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you'll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We're committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

£38,205 to £44,263 per annum. Grade 7


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