Company: EducateU (Part of PEN Group)
Salary Range: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM
Location: ON-SITE, London, Canary Wharf, UK
About EducateU
EducateU is a UK-based online learning provider within the wider PEN Group, focused on delivering flexible, accessible, and high-quality education solutions for modern learners. We work closely with awarding bodies, universities, and industry partners to create scalable and innovative learning opportunities.
Role Overview
The Academic & Partnerships Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping EducateU’s academic offering while driving and managing strategic partnerships with universities and key stakeholders. This is a role combining academic leadership, quality assurance, and external engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Academic Leadership & Quality Assurance:
* Own and develop EducateU's academic content, standards, and curriculum direction
* Ensure programmes meet academic quality benchmarks and compliance standards
* Work with educators and tutors to maintain academic excellence
* Review and improve learning outcomes and student progression
* Oversee internal quality assurance processes
* Align programmes with awarding body requirements (e.g. OTHM, ATHE)
* Ensure compliance with UK frameworks (Ofqual, OfS)
* Support validation, moderation, and academic reviews
* Develop new programmes, short courses, and CPD offerings
* Monitor student feedback and performance data
Partnerships & Stakeholder Management:
* Represent EducateU in university and stakeholder meetings
* Provide academic credibility in partnership discussions
* Build relationships with academic partners
* Support MOUs and progression agreements
* Identify new partnership opportunities
* Attend conferences and education events
* Act as key academic contact for partners
Strategy & Growth:
* Contribute to academic and partnership growth strategy
* Conduct market research on education trends
* Advise on new programme opportunities
* Support scaling of academic operations
Requirements
Essential:
* Experience in higher education or online learning
* Understanding of UK education frameworks
* Experience with academic partnerships
* Strong stakeholder management skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects
Desirable:
* Experience with OTHM, ATHE or similar
* Curriculum design or QA background
* Experience representing organisations externally
* Familiarity with EdTech platforms
Benefits
* Annual leave (7.2 weeks)
* Workplace pension scheme.
* Company Sick Policy.
* Statutory maternity/paternity pays.
* Career development opportunities
* Training and self-development opportunities.
* Gym membership discounts
* Retail discount schemes
* Cinema discounts
* Grocery discounts
* Cycle to work
* Investing and savings opportunities
* Financial wellbeing – personal debt advise.
* Financial wellbeing education
* My Mind Pal (mental fitness)