Job Description

Academic Governance Officer

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Quality and Standards

Salary:

29,179 per annum, pro rata


18.5 hours per week, permanent, hybrid working, work pattern will include Friday mornings

Post Type:

Part Time

Closing Date:

23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 16 November 2025

Interview Date:

Wednesday 03 December 2025

Reference:

AD1563

Our commitment to EDI

We are proud to have achieved the Inclusive Employers Standard Silver Accreditation in 2024, reflecting our dedication to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where the diversity of our students and staff is truly valued and respected. We welcome application from all areas of the community and particularly encourage applications from People of Colour and people who are disabled, who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

Our commitment to Safeguarding

AUB is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding. We take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk who engage with us, as well as those who work with them.

About the role

We are looking for a new Academic Governance Officer who is dedicated to delivering high standards of customer service. The post is located within the Quality and Standards team, which is responsible for the University's centrally managed academic quality assurance and standards systems that support the University's strategy and mission.


We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual for this busy, challenging and varied post to provide comprehensive administrative support and assistance to the Senior Academic Governance Officer.


The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working at a highly competent level with digital systems, especially Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience of working within Higher Education would be an advantage. The post-holder will be expected to become a source of expertise on the University's quality and standards processes and be able to provide guidance to academic colleagues on the application of correct procedure.


The post-holder should have the ability to deliver the highest level of effectiveness in administrative arrangements and support as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. The successful candidate will be organised, able to work well under pressure and be able to prioritise a heavy workload within a busy environment.


Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification and/or equivalent experience as a minimum requirement.


This position does not meet the UKVI salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must therefore demonstrate their right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Our benefits

In meeting your performance expectations, you'll receive an annual salary increase in line with the grade of your role. An annual cost of living uplift will be applied, the timing and implementation of which are subject to the University's decision. AUB provides generous holiday entitlement, and staff are enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (academic staff) from day one of employment. Along with subsidised bus travel, cycle to work and annual savings schemes, the broad range of benefits can be explored on the AUB careers website


AUB has an agile working policy, and flexible working can be considered. If you require support with your application or have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk . If you are disabled, we are committed to supporting you with any reasonable adjustments you require, so please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk and we'll be in touch.