Assessment Executive in London

Here at NCUK, we consider ourselves a unique organisation. A consortium of leading international universities, NCUK is an international organisation, and we provide overseas students with guaranteed access to universities through our pathway qualifications. More than 50,000 students have successfully progressed to NCUK Universities worldwide by completing our qualifications. Our qualifications combine the highest of academic standards with exceptional language, study and cultural skills, and are currently delivered in more than 30 different countries across four continents. NCUK is a trading subsidiary of the Northern Consortium, a registered educational charity.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assessment Executive to join our Academic – Assessments team. This role contributes to the assessment production, logistics, marking, moderation, results processing and digital assessment platform operations across specific NCUK qualifications. You will support the delivery of high-quality assessment services, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and compliance within agreed timeframes, while contributing to the continued success of NCUK.

This role will be responsible for supporting the delivery of assessments within agreed timeframes and regulatory requirements, ensuring accuracy and quality at every stage. You will contribute to the production and distribution of assessment materials (paper and digital), support moderation and results release processes, and assist in producing final marks for upload into relevant systems. You will also liaise with moderators and delivery partners, supporting their use of NCUK systems to ensure a smooth and high-quality assessment experience.

To thrive in this role, the ideal candidate will have:

• Education to A-Level standard (or equivalent)
• Experience working in a customer-facing environment
• Experience managing records and data accurately
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confidence using MS Excel and Word
• Ability to plan effectively and meet deadlines
• Fluency in English
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required
• Excellent attention to detail

In joining us, we offer the below benefits:

• Perkbox – monthly points to use towards perks, receive discounts and cashback
• Free cash health plan for you and your dependants
• Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24-hour support and advice
• Remote-first approach – flexibility to work where you’re most productive
• Christmas and Summer social events
• Learning Management System
• End of year shutdown – discretionary days off between Christmas and New Year

Please click 'Apply' & submit your CV with a short covering letter highlighting how your experience and skills meet the requirements of the job description/person specification. Your CV should be in Microsoft Word or PDF Format.

If you have any further questions before applying, please send an email to vacancies@ncuk.ac.uk.

At NCUK, we value diversity and the importance of an inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities, women, young people, ethnically diverse people, Veterans and serving British regular or reserve Armed Forces Personnel and the LGBTQ+ community.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

We encourage candidates to apply regardless of if you meet all aspects of the job description. We believe in the potential of individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences - your unique skills and perspectives could be a valuable addition to our team.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. Where appropriate, roles may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or equivalent local background screening.

The closing date for applications will be Monday 30 March 2026 at Midday. The interview process will be:

• Stage 1: A competency-based interview via MS Teams, including a timed proofreading assessment.
• Stage 2: If successful in the competency-based interview, you will be invited to an informal face-to-face interview in our Manchester office.

Apply today and be a part of our mission to deliver exceptional university pathway programmes!