Executive Director of Programmes & Education Quality
Director @Imperial College London posted 5 days agoJob Description
- Job number
- BUS00774
- Faculties
- Business School
- Departments
- Business School
- Salary or Salary range
- Competitive
- Location/campus
- South Kensington Campus – Hybrid
- Contract type work pattern
- Full time – Open ended
- Posting End Date
- 11 Jun 2025
About the role
**This recruitment is being directly managed by Perrett Laver and you will need to click on the link provided under “Further Information” in order to apply.**
This newly created senior leadership role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of education at Imperial College Business School. As Executive Director of Programmes & Education Quality, you will lead the implementation of the School’s education strategy, ensuring our programmes remain globally competitive, innovative, and operationally excellent. You will be responsible for unifying and optimising Programme and Education Quality operations, reducing complexity, automating processes, and fostering collaboration across teams. The role is pivotal in enhancing faculty and student experience while driving digital transformation and operational efficiency.
What you would be doing
Reporting to the Vice Dean (Education), you will oversee the management and continuous improvement of the undergraduate and postgraduate taught portfolio. You will lead high-performing teams to deliver operational excellence, ensuring seamless academic delivery and fostering a culture of service excellence. A key part of your role will be modernising and automating programme operations, introducing scalable and technology-driven solutions that enhance efficiency and decision-making. You will drive cross-functional collaboration, streamline processes, and ensure consistent quality standards across all programmes.
This role also involves engaging with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen the School’s position in the global education landscape. You will work closely with faculty, students, and leadership teams to improve the student experience, support accreditation processes, and maintain the highest academic standards. By championing digital transformation, you will help future-proof the School’s educational offerings and enhance its reputation as a leader in business education.
What we are looking for
We are seeking a strategic and dynamic leader with extensive experience in higher education, digital transformation, and programme management. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree (MBA or higher) and a proven track record of leading large, high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment. You should have expertise in process automation and digitalisation within education, along with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships. Strong decision-making, organisational skills, and a collaborative leadership style are essential. Experience in accreditation, education policy, and regulatory compliance would be beneficial.
What we can offer you
- The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
- Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
- Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
Please see link for applications:Â Perrett Laver –Â Leading Global Executive Search Firm
