Portfolio Manager, Professional Learning

Background

The Professional Learning Team provide professional services support for the delivery of multi format professional learning opportunities such as Short Courses. A central team within Educational Enterprise, we work closely with the six academic schools as well as delivering our own courses. This work aligns with the needs of our community, students, staff and alumni.

Responsibilities

The Portfolio Manager will oversee the delivery and development of a portfolio of professional learning products, primarily short courses, ensuring a high-quality learner experience and smooth operational delivery. This role works closely with academic staff, visiting lecturers and support teams, acting as a key point of contact throughout the course lifecycle. Additionally, the Portfolio Manager will interact with schools relevant to their portfolios to ensure alignment and cross promotion of courses and degrees.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have experience in professional and lifelong learning; an understanding of the requirements to manage a portfolio of courses aimed at the non degree learner. They will have proven experience in a customer-focused administrative role, preferably within higher education or a similar environment as well as experience of managing key stakeholders in a highly complex organisation.

Additional Information

Closing date for applications: 5th July 2026 at 11:59pm

The selection process will involve an interview and a presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage.

City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.