Curriculum and Assessment Officer

Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, 36.5 hours per week

Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).

Expected Interview date: To Be Confirmed

Expected start date: As Soon As Possible

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Business School for a Curriculum and Assessment Officer. As a key member of the Business School’s professional services team, you will have a key role in our students’ academic journey. You will support key processes in upholding compliance and quality assurance throughout the Faculty’s portfolio in accordance with both internal & external regulatory bodies.

You will be responsible for providing guidance to key internal stakeholders, including senior colleagues and students and will be expected to develop an in-depth knowledge of University, School & external policies and regulations accordingly.  You will also represent the school in your interactions with our Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies, in relation to Business School Course Accreditations, so you must be confident liaising with a wide range of stakeholders both in writing and orally, exhibiting excellent customer service skills.

About you

We are looking for a professional team member with a good eye for detail and strong administration skills, who is able to take the initiative and work effectively and calmly under pressure. You will have an aptitude for detailed work, problem solving and have excellent organisational skills. Your ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects will serve you well in this varied role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your management skills by supervising a small team of coordinators.  This will include delivering training, and delegating tasks as needed.  There will also be opportunities to lead on key projects.

About our School

As a pioneering research-driven and interdisciplinary Faculty, the University of Sussex Business School offers an inspiring and supportive environment for impactful business and management research and scholarship. Our five dynamic Departments—Accounting and Finance, Strategy and Marketing, Management, Economics, and the renowned Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU)—are dedicated to advancing academic excellence and practical insights to inform policy and drive responsible business solutions.

With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, the School shapes the future of business education, producing research and scholarship and graduates that make a difference in the UK and globally. By joining us, you will be part of a distinctive, future-focused community influencing real-world practices and promoting sustainable development.

Please find further information regarding the University of Sussex Business School on our website.

Why work here

Find out more about our reward and benefits package.

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Further Key Information

Please contact Kelly Wing (k.wing@sussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK. 

Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role may be eligible for sponsorship. Please consult our Skilled Worker Visa information page  for further information about Visa Sponsorship. Please be aware that any role graded below 5.3 or £30,960 per annum will not be eligible sponsorship. 

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