Assistant Partnerships Manager

Permanent, full time, 37 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

Band 4 - £33,002 to £36,636 per annum

About the Team

The Centre for Academic & International Partnerships (CAIP) is responsible for the development and management of the University’s academic partnership arrangements with several institutions globally. Currently, there is approximately 16,600 students enrolled on a UoS programme delivered by an academic partner. The team act as a central link between partner institutions and the University’s academic schools and professional services departments and work actively to build the network of partners engaged with the University.

About the Role

Assistant Partnerships Managers work closely with a range of colleagues from across the University to develop and deliver academic partnerships, ensuring there is an excellent experience for students and that staff at partner organisations are supported in their work with the University. The post holder will develop experience of working with a range of University partners (both UK and international).

The post will require you to work with other teams around the organisation to support the delivery of processes and policies when they relate to partnership students. These teams include Admissions, Student Records and the Office for Student Appeals, Complaints and Conduct (OSACC). They are expected to become a highly competent user of University systems and will ensure accuracy of the information and records held within these systems and online.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days.
• Enjoy an extra day of paid leave on your birthday, subject to qualifying/service conditions.
• Flexible working, including family friendly policies.
• Competitive workplace pension scheme (USS) – with an employer contribution rate of 14.5%, tax relief on contributions and life cover.
• Staff discounts at a number of local amenities in Ipswich.
• Discounted membership at Adastral Park Leisure and Sports
• Access to a range of high-quality learning and development opportunities
• Discounted rates for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Staff recognition annual awards.

Closing date: Monday 1 June 2026

Interview date: Thursday 11 June 2026. All interviews will be conducted in person.

For further information relating to the post please contact Laura Finbow, l.finbow@uos.ac.uk (Partnerships

Please see the Job Application Guidance to support your application.

Please note:

We recommend that you apply as soon as possible, even if the closing date is in the future.

Applications received may be reviewed before the closing date and should we receive a high number of applications for this post, or high-quality applications which demonstrate suitability, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date.

We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.