The role
The Impact and Partnerships Director will play a key role in helping Hughes Hall deliver on its ambition to be an outward-facing Cambridge college that connects academic excellence, professional expertise and external engagement to address real-world challenges.
Working across the College and with external partners, the postholder will develop and deliver Hughes Hall’s approach to impact and partnership. They will identify opportunities where the College can make a distinctive contribution, build productive relationships, and translate ideas into practical programmes, partnerships and activities that benefit students, Fellows, partners and wider society.
The role spans a broad range of activity, including partnership development, convening, civic engagement and the College’s external profile. Working closely with the President and College Officers, the postholder will help shape and focus this work, ensuring it is aligned with College priorities and delivers meaningful outcomes.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Impact and Partnerships Director will contribute to the strategic direction of the College and help strengthen Hughes Hall’s position within Cambridge and beyond. The role requires someone who combines strategic thinking with practical delivery, enjoys working collaboratively across organisational areas, and is able to turn opportunity and ambition into tangible results on a realistic scale.
Benefits
- 27 days of annual leave plus 8 public holidays, pro-rated for part-time hours.
- USS pension scheme.
- Healthcare cash plan.
- Flexible working arrangements to help balance professional and personal commitments.
- Parents and carers support with access to family-friendly policies and the University of Cambridge Holiday Playscheme subject to availability.
- Life Assurance, enhanced sick pay and access to wellbeing support.
- Opportunities for training and development to support your professional growth.
- Travel benefits, including Cycle to Work scheme, annual season ticket loan and free parking on site, subject to availability.
- Complimentary meals during working hours and access to selected University of Cambridge benefits.
- For a full list, visit Our benefits.
Your application – please read
Click “Apply” to review the full job description and complete the online application form, including a CV and a cover letter.
CV-only applications will not be accepted.
The College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Closing date: Sunday 13th September 2026.
Interviews: We expect interviews to take place in-person in September.
