Programme Manager – Executive Education (Open Programmes)
Location: Cambridge (Hybrid)
Salary: £33,361–£41,474 per year
Contract: Full-time, permanent
A leading provider of executive education is looking for a Programme Manager to help deliver high-impact learning experiences for senior leaders from around the world. This role sits within the organisation’s Open Programmes team and plays a key part in bringing together all elements needed to run successful in-person and digital programmes.
You’ll take ownership of end-to-end programme delivery, from planning to execution, ensuring a seamless experience for participants, faculty, and clients. The position offers a mix of operational responsibility, stakeholder management, and live event coordination, with the opportunity to contribute to a portfolio known for excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Event Management
* Manage a portfolio of programmes from concept to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
* Oversee logistics such as accommodation, travel, catering, AV, venues, and digital learning environments.
* Support participants and faculty during programme delivery, including some out-of-hours events and occasional weekends.
* Provide technical support for online sessions using platforms like Zoom and Teams.
Stakeholder Management
* Work collaboratively with internal teams, faculty, and external partners.
* Deliver high-quality service to clients and participants.
* Source and manage suppliers, including venues and hotels.
Communication & Programme Support
* Maintain regular communication with participants across the full programme lifecycle.
* Coordinate rehearsals, roundtables, and faculty briefings.
* Gather and present feedback, leading post-programme debriefs to support continuous improvement.
* Keep internal systems and records accurate and up to date.
Additional Contributions
* Support team initiatives and contribute to cross-functional projects.
About You
* Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
* Experience in project or event management, ideally in an educational or client-focused environment.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
* Confident communicator with a customer-first mindset.
* Comfortable with modern office and learning technology.
* Flexible about working hours when programmes require it.
* A project management qualification (APM, Prince2, Agile, etc.) is desirable.
Working Arrangements
* Hybrid working model with at least two days per week in the Cambridge office; additional attendance may be needed depending on programme schedules.
* 40-hour working week, with flexibility supported.
* Six-month probation period.
If interested, please apply here, or call Kim to discuss further