University Academic Quality Manager (Data and Insights)

Delivering robust processes to support the academic functions of the University

The role holder will be reporting to the University’s Director of Academic Quality & Policy and will play a vital role in developing and driving the University’s Academic Quality function. While monitoring the academic performance of the University, analysis of quantitative and qualitative data will be imperative to proactively inform academic planning and support evidence-based academic decision making. Another key aspect will be providing insight, assurance and oversight of the University’s continued observance of the OfS’ on-going conditions of registration.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead on risk-based monitoring of academic quality and standards in the University working closely with stakeholders to collate intelligence and performance metrics.
• Developing insightful and data-driven reports to inform the University’s academic planning and foresight, supporting evidence-based academic decision-making, and supporting the monitoring of academic quality
• Horizon scanning to aid the identification of key academic quality, standards and planning issues to ensure senior leadership is well-informed of important developments.
• Working closely with the data insights team, University central administration and operations team to deliver robust reporting, analysis, and insight to relevant stakeholders.
• Designing, developing and undertaking presentations, briefings and workshops related to ongoing data validation and key developments in the HE sector.
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the University’s Academic Quality Office under the direction of the University’s Director of Academic Quality & Policy, including the line management and matrix management.

Choose a better work-life balance

With hybrid working available, you’ll be able to split your time between one of our centres and wherever you choose to call home. Either way, you’ll benefit from a vibrant workplace and a culture that believes in looking after others, while being part of a diverse workforce where difference is celebrated.  In addition, you’ll work alongside other like-minded professionals who champion progress, while having opportunities to develop in an environment where creativity and innovation is rewarded.  On top of a competitive salary, we provide a generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days, and there’s a rewards package that includes retail discounts, Group Personal Pension Plan, dedicated healthcare and dental plans that offer additional assurance to look after you and your family.   Brilliantly, you can also study any of BPP’s courses for free – be it a professional qualification or full degree.

What we’re looking for

• A good honours degree, or equivalent.
• Significant understanding of the UK Higher Education sector, ideally gained from direct experience.
• Strong numerical skills with the ability to analyse complex and inter-dependent numerical data.
• Experience of developing data management information, models and dashboards (especially using PowerBI) with technical competence sufficient to develop data visualisations, management reports, and models.
• Ability to manage workload against a complex set of deadlines and competing priorities, including the planning of work in light of rapid deadline changes.
• Ability to successfully plan, lead, and complete projects that involve managing multiple stakeholders across different areas of an organisation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Experience of creating and delivering reports and presentations to senior leaders that support well-informed decision-making.
• Experience of line managing teams and effectively planning and monitoring their workstreams.

Sound like the perfect fit? Apply today.

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