Digital Launch Lead (Operations) (Fixed Term)

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 July 2028 in the first instance.

The University is developing a Digital Assessment Programme and the Exam Operations Team are looking to recruit a Digital Launch Lead who will lead on operational delivery.

The Team

The Exam Operations Team sit within the Student Administration section of Education Services, supporting the academic purposes of the University, and provides expert administrative support and advice to the University and Colleges relating to operational delivery of exams and reasonable adjustments for undergraduate and taught postgraduate courses. It also manages the administration of mitigating circumstances and allowances for undergraduate and taught postgraduate students.

About the Role

Working with colleagues across the University, the role is required to lead and deliver the expected standards for the operational delivery of digital assessment and to embed into 'business as usual' changes in policy and guidance.

Work on a Service Design model is underway, and this role will support the change management processes that this work will trigger.

The work involved in this role will be varied, key responsibilities are included in the further particulars document.

Given the role requirements, we invite applications from individuals who:

• have experience of managing projects from planning to delivery;
• are highly meticulous, accurate, and organised;
• are quick to adapt to change;
• are able to work under pressure and with a wide and complex workload;
• have good interpersonal and communication skills;
• have the ability to work collaboratively;
• are conscientious and will contribute to the continuing success of the team.

In return we would offer you:

• generous annual leave allowance;
• a clear training plan, with supportive training being delivered by colleagues within the team;
• regular check in's (weekly) with your Supervisor and / or Line Manager and an annual review;
• a Personal and Professional development plan to encourage future growth and access to
• various University training courses;
• the opportunity to network within the Student Services Centre and with Colleges, Departments and individuals across the wider University;
• a supportive, inclusive and engaging working environment.

Additional information regarding the role can be found within the Further Particulars. When applying, please upload your CV and cover letter which clearly sets out how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification of the Further Particulars (the knowledge, skills, and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview based upon these criteria.

Applications are welcome from both external and internal candidates, including those who wish to apply for the role on a secondment basis from their current position within the University.

Informal enquiries can be directed by email to jo.overhill@admin.cam.ac.uk

The closing date for applications is: 9 August 2026

Interviews will be held in person on 25 August 2026 in the Student Services Centre.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact SSCjobs@admin.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference AB50480 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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