About this role
ESCP Business School is seeking an experienced and highly organised MSc Programme Manager to join our Academic & Student Services team based at our London Campus in West Hampstead. As the MSc Programme Manager, you will play a key operational role in the delivery of multiple MSc programmes, acting as the senior administrative point of contact for students, faculty, and academic directors. You will oversee the full student lifecycle, maintain compliance with academic regulations, and contribute actively to ensuring an exceptional student experience.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
Programme Operations & Coordination
Lead the operational management of assigned MSc programmes, ensuring seamless delivery across the academic year. Maintain accurate student records and programme data, ensuring timely updates and compliance with institutional policies. Oversee academic calendars, key deadlines, timetabling, room booking, and schedule coordination across programmes. Manage student registration, induction activities, and ongoing engagement, including student representation processes. Monitor student attendance and progression, ensuring appropriate follow-up and reporting. Administer processes related to mitigating circumstances, complaints, appeals, and academic misconduct in line with regulations.
Assessment, Progression & Awards
Coordinate examinations, assessments, and submission processes, including thesis validation and deadlines. Prepare and administer assessment boards and academic boards, ensuring full regulatory compliance. Support internal and external moderation processes and liaise with relevant academic teams. Oversee the production of awards, certificates, transcripts, and related documentation. Assist with the organisation and operational delivery of graduation ceremonies.
Quality Assurance & Governance
Support the implementation and adherence to academic regulations, policies, and quality assurance frameworks. Work closely with Academic Directors and the Quality team to deliver annual monitoring, programme reviews, and enhancement initiatives. Prepare and present documentation for committees and boards, attending meetings as required.
Systems, Data & Reporting
Manage student access and settings on virtual learning environments (e.g. Blackboard) and online platforms. Produce statistical reports and data analyses to support programme monitoring and strategic planning. Ensure accurate and timely internal and external data reporting.
Stakeholder Liaison & Support
Serve as a primary point of contact for student enquiries, both in person and remotely, ensuring professional and responsive service. Provide operational support to Academic Directors and faculty, including scheduling, meetings, and course administration. Collaborate with Paris campus administration on programme matters, with occasional travel to Paris where appropriate. Liaise with the Languages team regarding scheduling and assessments. Provide support to the MSc Admissions team during interviews and selection processes.
Other Duties
Undertake any other responsibilities appropriate to the level of the role, aligned with experience and training. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of academic regulations, procedures, and sector best practices. Ensure compliance with School policies on hybrid working, confidentiality, and professional communication. Manage workload and annual leave effectively in line with academic calendar requirements.
About You – Essential Skills & Experience
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines. Strong collaborative skills with experience working with academic and professional services colleagues. Confident data handling, reporting, and systems skills with a high degree of accuracy. Professional, discreet, and attentive to detail in all aspects of work. University degree.
Desirable
Experience in academic quality assurance or governance. Experience working across international or multi-campus environments. Familiarity with virtual learning environments and student information systems.
Role Details:
Permanent
35 hours per week
Benefits include:
30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Hybrid working available (3 days on-site, 2 days from home)
Company pension scheme with exceptional employer contributions
How to Apply:
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ESCP Business School is committed to providing an inclusive environment, recruiting the most appropriate candidate for each opportunity, regardless of their age, gender, race, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy or maternity status.
£39,933 per annum