Lecturer in MBA and Executive Education in Manchester

This role operates primarily on a remote working arrangement but will require some travel (up to 2 days per week) into either our London or Manchester campuses. Our working model arrangements are a non-contractual benefit so please note that an Arden work location is added to our employment contracts.

About Arden University

We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through our passion for innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines, forge worldwide partnerships, and expand our locations.

About our Department

The Department of MBA and Executive Education sits within the School of Management and Executive Education and delivers a dynamic portfolio of postgraduate and professional programmes designed for aspiring and experienced business leaders. Our MBA programmes provide a rigorous, research-informed education that combines academic excellence with real-world application, equipping students with the strategic insight, leadership capability, and global perspective required to succeed in complex organisational environments. These programmes attract a diverse, international cohort of professionals and are designed to support career progression and transformational leadership development. Alongside this, our Executive Education provision offers flexible, high-impact learning opportunities for professionals and organisations, including short courses, bespoke programmes, and leadership development initiatives. These programmes are typically intensive, practice-focused, and tailored to address contemporary business challenges, enabling participants to apply learning directly within their workplace. The Department is committed to innovation in teaching and learning, with a strong emphasis on digital delivery, industry engagement, and the integration of emerging themes such as data, technology, and sustainability. Working closely with employers and professional bodies, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, applied, and aligned to the evolving needs of global business.

About the Opportunity

• Design and deliver high-quality, innovative teaching across MBA and Executive Education programmes, including lectures, seminars, and tutorials.
• Develop engaging curriculum content, learning materials, and assessments aligned with programme standards.
• Assess student work and provide constructive feedback to support academic and professional development.
• Supervise student research projects, dissertations, and practical work.
• Support and oversee students undertaking placements, volunteering, or work-based learning modules.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in project management and supply chain, integrating this into teaching.
• Build and sustain links with industry and external partners to enhance teaching, employability, and knowledge exchange.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the University and partner institutions on curriculum delivery and academic practice.
• Contribute to student support, including personal tutoring, recruitment activities, and programme development.
• Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to a positive academic community, including mentoring colleagues and students.

About You

We are particularly looking for someone who is able to bring to life the latest industry practice for our students. You will have a sharp focus on all aspects of excellent teaching, learning and student experience and will contribute to the Department's partnership and knowledge exchange activities.

• A subject expert with strong knowledge and experience in delivering blended, industry-informed teaching within MBA and executive education.
• Experienced in using digital tools and innovative teaching methods, including online and blended learning approaches.
• Able to inspire and engage a diverse range of learners across different levels and modes of study.
• Experience in module leadership, curriculum development, and the design of effective teaching and assessment materials.
• Either hold, or be working towards, a recognised teaching qualification in Higher Education and membership of Advance HE.
• A PhD (completed or near completion), equivalent qualification, or significant industry experience.
• Demonstrate a developing or established research and/or knowledge exchange profile, with potential for income generation.
• Skilled in building partnerships and collaborating with external organisations and stakeholders.
• Able to support student wellbeing and respond appropriately to safeguarding responsibilities.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to support activities across the University as required.

Desirable

• Fellowship of Advance HE (or equivalent).
• Postdoctoral research experience.
• Experience of programme or course leadership (undergraduate or postgraduate).
• Membership of relevant professional or regulatory bodies.

Why Arden

At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students' journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits.

• 30 days holiday + bank holidays on-top, and even a Christmas closure!
• A generous Aviva pension plan, company contributions starting from 7%.
• SimplyHealth plan option.
• Private Medical Insurance coverage (applies to certain job roles).
• Access to Perkbox benefits.
• Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for all family and friends.
• Plus, other excellent benefits.
• Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education.

Our Values: Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines and locations.

Closing Date: 7th April (midnight). We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

If you are a current Arden student or have an upcoming course with us, you are not eligible to apply for Student Experience roles due to a conflict of interest related to system access.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion: Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means that if you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you wish to be considered under this scheme, you can indicate via the application form below. By doing so, you are also consenting for this information to be shared with the hiring team. For more details on what qualifies as a disability under the Disability Equality Act 2010, please refer to the guidance here. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and actively welcome applications from all groups.

Sponsorship statement: Please be aware that some roles may not meet the points requirement for a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points-based immigration system. However, we welcome applications from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but may be eligible for a visa through an alternative route.