Qualification and Assessment Development Manager in Birmingham

RICS is a global professional body that sets and upholds standards across the built and natural environment. Our work supports public confidence in the quality, ethics and expertise of the profession worldwide.

Our members are professionals working across land, property, construction and infrastructure. Through their expertise and judgement, they help shape the places people live and work in, support sustainable development, and promote high standards in the built environment.

A central part of RICS’ role is ensuring that those entering and progressing through the profession meet rigorous, internationally recognised standards of competence, ethics and professionalism. Our qualifications and assessment processes are key to maintaining that trust.

About the role

As a Qualification and Assessment Development Manager, you will be part of a team that shapes how individuals enter and progress through RICS membership, including Associate (AssocRICS), Chartered (MRICS) and Fellow (FRICS).

Working within the Entry and Assessment directorate, you will contribute to the development and continuous improvement of our global assessment framework, covering eligibility, pathways, competencies and assessment methods.

You will work across policy, operations and delivery teams, as well as with governance groups, helping to ensure that assessment approaches are well designed, practical and reflect current best practice. Through this work, you will influence how professional competence is defined and assessed, supporting the consistent application of standards across a global membership.

This role sits at the intersection of professional standards, education and assessment, offering a varied and collaborative working environment with the opportunity to contribute to meaningful and visible improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of entry and assessment frameworks, including pathways, competencies and assessment methods.
• Lead and support research, consultation and stakeholder engagement to inform assessment design and policy.
• Support the development and review of eligibility requirements and assessment approaches, ensuring they remain relevant and aligned with professional standards.
• Work collaboratively with policy, operations and delivery teams to support the implementation of new and updated approaches.
• Support the development and maintenance of assessment policies and procedures, identifying opportunities for improvement and ensuring they remain effective in practice.
• Build and maintain relationships with members, firms, education providers, governance groups and other stakeholders, contributing to effective decision‑making and delivery of related projects and initiatives.

This role operates on a hybrid basis, with staff expected to work approximately 60% of their time in the office and 40% from home.

About You

You bring a clear, structured approach to assessment and understand how professional standards are applied in practice and translated into credible assessment outcomes. You are comfortable working with evidence and specialist input, and you value work that supports quality, consistency and integrity.

You will bring

• Experience in assessment design and development for regulated qualifications, ideally within a professional body or a similar environment.
• Understanding of qualification frameworks and how they underpin professional standards and assessment quality.
• Experience in research, consultation, evaluation or review activity to inform decisions and improvements.
• Experience building effective working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information in a straightforward way.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The confidence to work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative team.

Experience in the following areas would be helpful, but not essential:

• Knowledge of the natural and built environment (for example land, property, construction or infrastructure).
• Understanding of global professional, regulatory or membership body contexts.

Rewards and Benefits

• Private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
• Aviva Group Personal Pension scheme
• 25 days’ annual leave plus public holidays and office closure over Christmas
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Wellbeing and volunteering days
• Access to mental health support and staff‑led community groups

Equal Opportunity Employer

RICS is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from under‑represented groups and those with non‑traditional career paths.

Please let us know if we can support you with any adjustments during the recruitment process.

Candidates must have the correct right to work in the country where the role is based.

How to Apply

Click the ‘Apply’ button to access our short online application form. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and provide a brief statement explaining why this role at RICS is a great fit for you, and how your skills and experience match the requirements.