About this role
Who we are
Now rated a top three modern University in London, we provide an engaging portfolio of apprenticeships, short courses, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. We also have an excellent research profile and were jointly recognised as the best modern university in the country for research, and the highest-ranked modern university in London in REF2021.
The Role
We are recruiting to the role of Partnership Development Manager to join our expanding School of Life and Health Sciences Clinical Placement Team that supports placement of students studying our healthcare and science programmes. Placement provision is fundamental to our professional education; making this role pivotal to maintaining high standards, quality relationships with industry, and supporting our students in their career aspirations. The role will join a collaborative and passionate team of academics and support colleagues committed to delivering an excellent student and stakeholder experience that is future focussed, and aligned to the supporting the University to deliver its ambitious strategy over the next 5 years.
Key responsibilities will include
Plan, coordinate, support and organise the overall work of the placement team to ensure delivery of key objectives. Responsiblity for proactively driving increased placement provision across both healthcare and allied health Manage quality and professional regulatory requirements of the placement provision Proactively visit with partners when required to manage ongoing or developing relationships Liaise cross-institution to facilitate collaborative working with areas such as careers, placement unit, apprenticeships, and the business development team Work closely with colleagues take a lead in facilitating effective development of MI and reporting regarding the finance and budgets related to placement tariff management
The successful candidate will have skills and experience in
Practice learning and clinical placement provision within the health and social care sector Proven skills in relationship management and partner engagement Knowledge of allied health professions and their regulatory policies and practice, and familiarity with the Health Care Professions Council Influencing and negotiation skills to facilitate partnership development Excellent interpersonal skills commensurate with partnership development, managing complex relationships, and challenges as they arise with a solution focussed approach
If you have any specific questions on the role, please contact Jo Rixon (Deputy Dean Healthcare)
The University is committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity and aims to create a culture and environment where students and staff are treated fairly. The University is an equal opportunities and ‘disability confident’ employer.
Staff have access to the University’s Retirement Savings Group Pension Plan, a defined contribution scheme, provided by Royal London. Our full range of benefits are available here.
The closing date for completed applications is 22 April 2026
It is expected that interviews will be held on 18 May 2026
You are encouraged to apply promptly, as we reserve the right to close the role and interview before the dates stated above.