At a Glance
- Tasks: Support faculty in research and teaching through strategic planning and team leadership.
- Company: Dynamic higher education institution focused on continuous improvement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Fully campus-based role with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education while leading a motivated team.
- Qualifications: Management experience, knowledge of higher education, and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
The Subject Area Manager (SAM) plays a key role in supporting faculty in their research and teaching through the development and delivery of the subject area strategic plan. They provide operational support to the Subject Area Chair (SAC) in delivering the plan as well as administrative leadership of a team of faculty assistants. Subject Area Managers collaborate across all subject areas and programme offices to ensure that a culture of continuous improvement is embedded. Please note, this post is fully campus based for 3 months and will require 3 days office attendance per week thereafter.
Main Responsibilities:
- Understand the Subject Area strategy and assist Subject Area Chairs in implementing it.
- In collaboration with the SAC, prepare documentation for Subject Area Review, by collating data and liaising across teams to prepare complex reports to inform review, planning and decision-making.
- Lead and motivate a team of faculty assistants to deliver the operational plans within the subject area.
- Ensure the team are aware of and comply with all relevant policies and procedures.
- Define and communicate the team’s priorities and workload, in line with the wider Departmental priorities.
- Contribute to the development of broader operational plans, manage operational plans in own area and enable successful implementation by prioritising and aligning planned activities.
- Lead on the delivery of a portfolio of elective courses within their Subject Area within budget and to quality standards and targets.
- Oversee and monitor elective programmes to ensure compliance with relevant external bodies.
Who we are looking for:
- Proven management experience of mid-sized teams with an ability to lead and motivate diverse staff.
- Experience of working within higher education, with a sound knowledge and understanding of the student experience and the academic environment.
- Proven successful experience managing, developing and motivating a team.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage a variety of audiences.
- Ability to work under pressure, with little direct supervision, to tight deadlines and to adapt to changing situations in a considered and calm manner.
- Ability to manage multiple internal and external stakeholders.
Subject Area Manager in London employer: London Business School
As a Subject Area Manager, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment that prioritises faculty development and student success. Our commitment to continuous improvement fosters a collaborative work culture, where your leadership will empower a diverse team of faculty assistants. With ample opportunities for professional growth and a focus on innovative teaching strategies, this role offers a meaningful career path within the higher education sector.
