Senior Manager Partnership Relationships
Full Time - Permanent
Salary - £44, - £56,
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission.
The Senior Manager Partnership Relationships, is a key role within the External Collaborations directorate, responsible for the professional oversight and development of the university's portfolio of collaborative partnerships with educational providers. Reporting to the Director of Collaborative Relationships, the postholder ensures all partnerships are managed proactively, efficiently and in full compliance with contractual obligations, university regulations and statutory requirements (including Data Protection, UKVI and Equality & Diversity). This role involves leading on critical processes such as Periodic Reviews, Annual Monitoring and strategic account management, while fostering an inclusive approach aligned with university values. The successful candidate will be an accomplished leader with significant senior administrative experience in UK higher education, comprehensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks and a proven ability to analyse complex data and processes to drive strategic improvement. The role carries direct line management responsibility for Relationship Managers and Senior Partnership officers, requiring strong leadership, motivational and developmental skills.
What we offer:
1. A generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
2. Hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
3. Training & development support opportunities
4. Contributory pension scheme
5. Discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
6. A range of staff discounts with major retailers.