Head of Undergraduate Programes(UK Visa Sponsorship available)

Job Description

About the Role

Nottingham Business School (NBS) is seeking a Head of Undergraduate Programmes to lead one of the UK’s most dynamic undergraduate portfolios in business, management, and economics.

As a member of the NBS Executive Team, you will:

Lead and manage the team of UG course leaders.

Oversee the design, delivery, and enhancement of undergraduate programmes.

Strengthen our international reputation for innovative business education.

Deliver outstanding outcomes for students and meet our strategic KPIs.

This role is ideal for an academic leader with vision and passion, who thrives on making a positive impact on students, business, and wider society. You will receive support to develop your ideas, collaborate with colleagues, and drive innovations that reinforce NBS as a global leader in business and management education.

Please note: this role does not automatically confer a professorial title. NTU has a separate process for professorial appointments.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and inspirational leader who has:

A proven record of success in undergraduate programme design, development, and delivery.

The ability to lead and motivate a team of course and module leaders.

Strong collaboration skills to work with heads of department and colleagues across the school.

A commitment to educational excellence and student success.

We encourage applications even if you don’t meet every requirement.

About Nottingham Business School

NBS is among the top 1% of business schools worldwide, holding Triple Crown accreditation (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA). We are also a Small Business Chartered school and a PRME Champion.

Our mission is to deliver education and research with real-world impact—combining academic excellence with positive contributions to people, business, and society.

Based in the Newton Building in Nottingham city center, NBS is known for:

World-leading experiential learning and personalization.

Strong connections with business and industry.

A collaborative culture that integrates teaching, research, and external engagement.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits, including:

35 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 5 university closure days.

Retirement savings plan with generous employer contributions (minimum 8%).

Private Medical Insurance or Lifestyle Health Assessment.

Bonus opportunities for exceptional performance.

Extensive health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits.

Professional development opportunities in a supportive environment.

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Inclusion and Sponsorship

At NTU, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and diverse community. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly underrepresented groups.

Visa Sponsorship: This role is currently eligible under the Skilled Worker Route (please check UKVI rules for eligibility).

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974): Applicants must declare any unspent convictions.