Full time, fixed term.
Location: Agile (York campus)
Salary: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum
Introduction to YSJ university
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The team delivers a wide range of opportunities, including global (study abroad and short-term programmes), internships, graduate roles, part‑time jobs, volunteering, and work experience.
The Role
This is a full time (37 hours per week) fixed term role for 13 months.
The Student Opportunities Manager (Operations) will lead our team of Student Opportunities Coordinators (4) and interns (2), ensuring the delivery of high quality opportunities and maximising engagement, particularly from underrepresented groups.
Working closely with the Deputy Head, the post holder will act as Project Lead for the Turing Scheme (Global mobility programme), with responsibility for finance, reporting, and compliance to support the delivery of programme objectives.
Required skills and experience
We are seeking a confident and capable line manager with proven project and financial management skills. The successful candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving abilities. Knowledge or experience of global mobility would be beneficial.
Additional information
This role is available for internal secondment as well as external applicants.
For any queries, please contact Caroline Smith (c.smith1@yorksj.ac.uk), Deputy Head for Student and Graduate Employability (Partnerships and Opportunities).
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Closing Date: 07 May 2026
Category: Professional Support (including Research vacancies)
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