Portfolio Manager, Professional Learning (Redeployee Applications Only) in London

Please note: This role is only open to redeployees at City St George's. Applications from individuals who are not redeployees will not be considered at this time.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to RecruitmentCoordinators@citystgeorges.ac.uk with the job title and reference number, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

City St George's, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George's, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology. Our students are at the heart of everything that we do, and we are committed to supporting them to pursue their career and personal ambitions. Our research is engaged, at the frontier of practice and has a positive impact on the world around us.

Background

The Professional Learning Team provide professional services support for the delivery of multi format professional learning opportunities such as Short Courses. A central team within Educational Enterprise, we work closely with the six academic schools as well as delivering our own courses. This work aligns with the needs of our community, students, staff and alumni.

Responsibilities

The Portfolio Manager will oversee the delivery and development of a portfolio of professional learning products, primarily short courses, ensuring a high-quality learner experience and smooth operational delivery. This role works closely with academic staff, visiting lecturers and support teams, acting as a key point of contact throughout the course lifecycle. Additionally, the Portfolio Manager will interact with schools relevant to their portfolios to ensure alignment and cross promotion of courses and degrees.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have experience in professional and lifelong learning; an understanding of the requirements to manage a portfolio of courses aimed at the non degree learner. They will have proven experience in a customer-focused administrative role, preferably within higher education or a similar environment as well as experience of managing key stakeholders in a highly complex organisation.

Additional Information

Further information is available in the job description: JD Portfolio Manager, Professional Learning.pdf

Closing date for applications: 22nd February 2026 at 11:59pm

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 24th February 2026. The selection process will involve an interview and a presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage.

City St George's offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George's, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors. We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. City St George's operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.