Managing Director, UK Education – 5479

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Full time
Location: Coventry
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Job offered by: Cambridge Assessment
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Job Title:

Managing Director, UK Education Contract:

Permanent, Full time Location:

Cambridge and Coventry / Hybrid Salary:

Available upon request Join us to help shape the future of UK Education. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, part of the University of Cambridge. About the role We are seeking our next Managing Director for UK Education to build upon the successful leadership of Jill Duffy. The new Managing Director will drive strategic priorities, focusing on growth, modernisation, digital transformation, quality, compliance, and economic sustainability. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the UK Education group, which has grown over the last 5 years by delivering outstanding customer service, innovating for students and teachers, and leading sector reform. The Managing Director will ensure Cambridge offers market-leading solutions that enhance learner and educator experiences, promote accessibility and inclusion, and address critical topics like climate change education. Collaboration with the Managing Director of International Education will be key to aligning customer engagement and product development. Success in this role requires building strong external relationships, responding to policy developments, leveraging technology effectively, and upholding Cambridge's reputation as a trusted partner in educational reform. About you This is your chance to shape the future of education in an evolving industry. We are looking for an experienced leader with a strong background in the UK education sector who has successfully driven business growth and profitability. To excel in this role, you need a proven ability to lead strategically and manage change in large, complex organisations. You should be forward-thinking and enthusiastic about the future of assessment, combining resilience and decisiveness with a collaborative and approachable leadership style. As the public face of UK Education, you must build trust and credibility while managing relationships with major customers, partners, government officials, regulators, and the media. You will have a track record of developing the skills and potential of those around you. We're looking for someone who leads with integrity and clarity, inspires others with a clear vision, and creates an environment where everyone feels valued and able to succeed. If you're curious, open-minded, and ready to guide an organisation to a bright future, we would love to hear from you. If you are interested in being part of a vibrant global community that's helping millions of people around the world and shaping the future of global education, then we encourage you to read more. Rewards and benefits 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time in the office. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities.

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