Short Courses Manager

It is expected that, due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be on campus approximately 80% of the time, including some weekends. Overview As the University builds on its proud heritage, we are looking for exceptional people to help shape our future. We provide a high-quality professional environment, inspired by our distinctive ethos and Catholic mission and values. Our values of excellence, generosity of spirit, inclusiveness and respect inspire us to create an academic community in which everybody is welcomed and which puts the student at the centre of all our endeavours. Are you an experienced programme or course manager looking for an opportunity to shape and grow an innovative portfolio of professional learning opportunities? We are seeking an experienced Short Courses Manager to lead the development, delivery and continuous improvement of our professional short course provision. Working closely with the Director of Commercial & Community, you will manage the full short course lifecycle, from market research and course design through to successful delivery and evaluation. You will be responsible for managing a team of administrators, tutors and course leads, ensuring a high-quality experience for students, employers and partners. The role includes oversight of course operations, quality assurance, budgets, marketing activity, stakeholder relationships and regulatory compliance. You will also play a key role in driving income growth by identifying new opportunities and responding to market demand We are looking for a candidate with: Proven experience managing courses, programmes or training provision. Strong project management and people management skills. Experience of financial and resource management. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. An understanding of the higher education sector and course design principles. Experience working with professional awarding bodies. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the growth of our short course portfolio and support lifelong learning within a collaborative and ambitious environment. Evening and weekend working may be required on occasion St Mary’s University is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Learn more about our EDI initiatives and work as a Disability Confident employer . Please view our detailed access guide by following the link: St. Mary's University | AccessAble Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. St Mary’s University is holding a work visa sponsorship licence however we will not always be able to guarantee a Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To avoid disappointment, please ensure you meet the requirements of the Points Based System before applying as we will not be able to provide advice on individual cases. Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK Closing Date: 24 November 2026 at 23:00 Candidates are advised to submit applications early to avoid disappointment as we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date.