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Head of MFin Programme (Student Learning and Engagement)

University of Cambridge - Judge Business School, Central Cambridge

Location: Cambridge
Salary: £42,254 to £56,535 per anum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 12th October 2026
Closes: 25th October 2026
Job Ref: NS51264

Are you an experienced programme, operations or student services manager who can thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment for a maternity cover position within a leading business school?

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Cambridge Judge Business School as Head of MFin Programme (Student Learning and Engagement), providing maternity cover for 12 months for a pivotal leadership role within our highly regarded Master of Finance (MFin) programme. The MFin is a premium postgraduate degree attracting experienced finance professionals from around the world. With over 100 students representing 37 nationalities and a curriculum spanning areas such as AI, machine learning, sustainable finance, blockchain and digital assets, the programme is recognised for its academic excellence and innovative approach to business education.

As Head of Programme, you will lead the delivery of an outstanding student learning experience, managing all teaching operations, faculty engagement, programme communications, events and orientation activities. You will work closely with senior academic and professional services colleagues, helping to shape the strategic direction of the programme while ensuring exceptional service and support for students and faculty.

About you:

We are looking for an experienced programme, operations or student services leader who can thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You will have:

  • Significant experience in programme management, operations or administration, ideally within higher education or professional education.
  • Exceptional organisational and project management skills.
  • Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and influencing at senior levels.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
  • Experience delivering high-profile events and managing competing priorities.
  • Excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience.
  • Confidence working with systems, data, reporting tools and online learning platforms

Why work for Cambridge Judge Business School?

We are the business school of the University of Cambridge, advancing knowledge and leadership through people who leave a mark on the world. Cambridge Judge Business School leverages the power of academia for real world impact to transform individuals, organisations and society. Since 1990, we have forged a reputation as a centre of rigorous thinking and high-impact transformative education, situated within one of the world's most prestigious research universities, and in the heart of the Cambridge Cluster, the most successful technology entrepreneurship cluster in Europe.

Benefits of working for Cambridge Judge Business School:

You will receive excellent benefits at Cambridge Judge Business School including:

  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Defined benefits pension schemes
  • Flexible working options - Family-friendly initiatives
  • Career development opportunities
  • Support for health and mental wellbeing
  • Discounts on shopping
  • Tax-efficient bicycle and charity-giving schemes

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

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

Informal queries may be directed to hrsupport@jbs.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference NS51264 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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