Senior PGR Manager in London

The Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences (NMES) is a vibrant faculty based in the heart of London with a long tradition of world-leading research and teaching in physics, mathematics, chemistry, informatics and engineering.

The Senior PGR Manager position is a key role within the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences (NMES), responsible for leading the Faculty’s PGR Support team and playing a crucial role in both improving our existing PGR support offerings and developing new initiatives in line with the faculty strategy and King’s Strategy 2030. The role will also be responsible for managing the NMES studentship budget, the management of the Faculty’s UKRI studentship allocations and overseeing the NMES Doctoral School activities. Other important responsibilities will include representing the Faculty on College wide PGR boards, committees or task groups, ensuring that NMES is operating within the parameters of the Research Concordat and managing our financial and studentship record systems and reporting tools.

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

• Essential criteria
• Extensive experience of postgraduate research administration in a university setting, including the interpretation of regulations, management of complex student cases, stakeholder advice, and process improvement.
• Excellent IT skills (particularly MS Office, SharePoint, Power BI and student management and registry systems)
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills at all levels, including the ability to produce concise written material and reports for a range of audiences
• Experience of direct line management or leading a team
• Experience and confidence in handling multiple, complex budgets – excellent analytical and numeracy skills
• Able to think strategically, contribute to strategic direction and take the initiative in improving processes.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including flexible approach to managing a constant and varied portfolio of requests; able to meet multiple fixed deadlines
• Ability to use initiative, work independently and demonstrate a proactive approach while maintaining a high level of accuracy and consistent attention to detail
• Desirable criteria
• First degree or other appropriate qualification
• Substantial experience in project management and implementation, including report writing, preferably in an academic environment

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When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly, and we recognise its growing role in professional work. Applicants may use AI tools to support preparation of their application, for example to research the role or structure written responses. However, applications must reflect the applicant’s own work and experience. AI tools should not be used during interviews or assessment activities unless this has been agreed in advance as a reasonable adjustment.

We reserve the right to close adverts early due to the volume of applications we receive. While the closing date may change, all adverts will close at 23:59 to allow sufficient time for applications to be submitted on that day. We encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as once we have closed a vacancy you will be unable to submit your application.

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Grade and Salary: £53,947 - £63,350 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance