Programme Manager

Type of Contract: Fixed Term; 18 Months

The University of Aberdeen is embarking on a transformational journey to enhance and modernise its Student Management System (SMS). As part of this ambitious programme, we aim to simplify and standardise processes, adopt modern technologies, and ensure a seamless student experience.

We are seeking a Programme Manager to spearhead this critical transformation initiative, ensuring the successful delivery of a comprehensive and modern Student Management System over multiple years that will provide the digital backbone of our institution.

Initially this post is for an 18-month period, but with the intention to extend subject to stage-gate approval of the full programme.

This is a new role which will define the roadmap, champion the vision to senior stakeholders, and lead the delivery of a solution that will shape the student and staff experience for years to come. The successful candidate will lead an ambitious programme as we aim to simplify and standardise processes, adopt modern technologies, and ensure a seamless staff and student experience.

You will be expected to champion the vision to senior stakeholders, building relationships across our community, to ensure the programme is delivered to budget and within timescales, driving innovation in line with the University’s requirements.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on  Grade 7, £47,389 - £56,535 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Mike Whyment, Programme Director, e-mail:  m.whyment@abdn.ac.uk

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK.  This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.

Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

Please do not hesitate to contact Robyn Bell, HR Adviser (e-mail: robyn.bell@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

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The closing date for the receipt of applications is 30^th January 2026

The Directorate of Digital and Information Services embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring.  Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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