Programme Director, Education & Skills

Vacancy Name:- Programme Director, Education & Skills

Country:- United Kingdom

Office Location:- London or Birmingham

About Us

Flexible/Agile Working: This hybrid role is based on a 60% onsite, 40% remote working model.

Join RICS, a globally respected organisation that sets the highest ethical standards across land, real estate, construction, and infrastructure, supporting 140,000 professionals worldwide.

At RICS, we are at the forefront of shaping the built and natural environment. As a prominent professional body, we empower our members with globally recognised qualifications, influential networks, and access to high quality resources.

Role Purpose and Key Responsibilities

As Programme Director – Education & Skills, you will play a pivotal role in leading the planning, development, and delivery of our education portfolio. Reporting to the Director of Education, you will translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and delivery of education programmes and qualifications.
• Implement governance, reporting, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects across internal teams and external partners.
• Engage with subject-matter experts, regulators, and employers to ensure industry relevance.
• Oversee resource planning, vendor management, and team leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in programme development.

About You

You are an experienced programme leader with a proven track record in education, qualifications, or training environments. You thrive in complex, fast-paced settings and can balance strategic thinking with operational excellence.

Essential Experience:

• Significant experience in programme/project management within education or professional qualifications.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including working with regulatory bodies.
• Expertise in governance, reporting, and quality assurance.
• Demonstrable experience managing budgets, timelines, and resources.

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complexity and competing priorities.
• Collaborative, proactive, and outcome-focused.
• Strategic mindset with attention to detail and commitment to learner success.

Rewards and Benefits

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and financial security. This includes:

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Private medical insurance and wellbeing support
• Pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection
• Enhanced family leave and volunteering opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer:

RICS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, as we believe that our differences drive our performance. Please let us know if we can support you with any adjustments to our recruitment process.

Candidates must have the correct right to work in the country where the role is based.

How to Apply:

To apply, please complete our short online application form. You will be asked to upload your CV and provide a statement explaining why this specific role at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors is an ideal opportunity for you, and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.

Please note that while we aim to keep adverts open for a reasonable period, we do reserve the right to close them early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.