Programme Manager

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university

Salary from £42,679 to £51,000 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £54,730 pa inclusive of London allowance.

LSE’s Extended Education division is a highly successful and commercially focused unit that comprises of the LSE Summer School, which enjoys a truly global reputation, as the largest in the world in terms of global intake and the LSE-designed University of London Global Programmes, with over 10,000 students worldwide currently study with us online or at one of 30 recognised teaching centres. The courses, degrees and diplomas we offer across this diverse and dynamic portfolio provide a significant revenue source for the school, generating critical funds to invest in LSE’s world-leading teaching and research. We operate in increasingly competitive markets and have ambitious targets for growth.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Programme Manager to lead the delivery and ambitious development of our Global programmes. This exciting role will work closely with LSE academics, the University of London, our digital learning partner 2U, and a global network of Teaching Centres.

In particular, the post holder will focus on:

• Leading the delivery, development and academic operations of the EMFSS programmes.
• Line-managing two programme staff and supporting their development.
• Managing relationships with internal and external partners.
• Driving continuous improvement through enhancement projects and strategic initiatives.
• Ensuring programmes remain academically rigorous, relevant, and student focused.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have proven experience in programme or project management within higher education or a similar complex environment.
• Be a dedicated and proactive team player with a commitment to personal and professional development.
• Have proven experience in managing and motivating staff, including line and performance management responsibilities.
• The ability to coordinate complex projects, including course development cycles and stakeholder engagement activities.

We offer a highly attractive pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities. 

Please note this role is office-based three days a week with two days a week from home, except during peak periods (e.g. exam sessions) when it is office-based four days a week, with one day a week working from home (approx. 13 weeks in the year).

For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification. 

Interview process: 

• First-round interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 13^th and Thursday 14^th August 2025. 
• Second-round interviews are expected to take place on Monday 18^th August 2025. 

If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email Yolanda Ignacio (Y.Pulido-Ignacio@lse.ac.uk).   

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 3^rd August 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications. 

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