At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate assessments and ensure smooth delivery across academic departments.
- Company: Join SOAS, a vibrant university with a focus on student success.
- Benefits: Enjoy 44 days of holiday, flexible working, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Hybrid role with excellent learning and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on student assessments and enhance your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in administration and strong problem-solving skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
The Assessment Lead Officer will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing a wide range of assessment and progression activities, ensuring they are delivered accurately, efficiently and in accordance with academic regulations. The role involves working closely with academic departments, professional services teams, IT colleagues and other stakeholders to support the smooth delivery of assessments.
Main responsibilities include:
- Support the planning and servicing of exam boards, sub boards and panels.
- Liaise with academic departments to ensure assessments are delivered effectively.
- Analyse complex assessment issues, identify practical solutions, and make recommendations to improve processes and service delivery.
The successful candidate will help maintain accurate systems and records while contributing to an effective and responsive service across the University.
About the Department
The Registry is responsible for the central elements of student administration for SOAS with specialist teams including Assessment and Progression, Curriculum and Quality Assurance, Fees and Funding, Student Records, Doctoral School and Visa Compliance. Registry sits within the Student and Academic Services Directorate alongside Academic Services.
What We Offer
- Generous Holiday Entitlement: 44 days of holiday (30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 5 closure days over Christmas and Easter).
- Flexible Working Arrangements: Options to help manage professional and personal commitments.
- Generous occupational pension scheme: Financial security for the future.
- Learning and Development: Diverse learning and development opportunities to enhance skills and advance career.
- Health and Well-being Initiatives: Cycle to work scheme, eye tests and season ticket loans to support health and mobility.
- Enhanced Family Leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity & partner leave, and shared parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential EAP for advice and support.
- Discounted Gym Membership: Discounted gym membership.
Successful candidates will need to demonstrate eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.
Assessment Lead Officer employer: SOAS University of London
SOAS University of London is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. With generous holiday entitlement, flexible working arrangements, and a strong commitment to professional development, employees are empowered to grow and excel in their roles. Joining our newly established team means contributing to meaningful improvements in student and staff experiences within a prestigious institution located in the heart of London.
