Location Brighton, UK Hours Full-time considered up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE (36.5 hours). Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need). Salary Grade 6 starting at £33,882 to £37,999 per annum, pro rata if part time. Contract Type Fixed Term Contract About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Business School at the University of Sussex, for a Senior Curriculum & Assessment Officer. If you have experience of working within higher education, are an experienced administrator, enjoy handling data, are adept at interpreting and applying policy and are looking for a new role in a vibrant and supportive team, consider applying for this position. Your knowledge and experience will help to inform decision making at a senior level on matters regarding student progression and the shaping of Faculty policies & strategy. The role holder is expected to develop an in-depth knowledge of University, Faculty & external policies and regulations to provide guidance to the Associate Dean for Education & Students, the Directors of Teaching and Learning, Academics, Senior Management within the Faculty and Professional Services colleagues. The Business School comprises 5 departments with both standard and non-standard courses including UG & PG plus MBA and Online Distance Learning courses, making this a varied and impactful role. A proportion of our courses are subject to Professional Statutory Regulatory Bodies accreditations and the individual in this role supports the School's efforts regarding both course and School level accreditations. The role performs a key function in upholding compliance and quality assurance across the breadth of the School's portfolio in accordance with both internal & external regulatory bodies. About you The role holder will be confident in their knowledge in order to make urgent and quick decisions which impact students. The role also presents a fantastic opportunity to develop your management skills, supporting more junior team members. Key Skills: Highly driven, creative, enthusiastic, and well-organised with proven administrative & organisational skills Approachable, professional, and able to remain calm and make informed decisions under pressure Ability to work proactively, as well as reactively, to prioritise and manage multiple projects Confident communicating with senior colleagues and stakeholders Aptitude for detailed work & problem solving, with the ability to identify and implement improvements to existing processes and develop new processes as required Self-motivated with an interest in supporting the development of the Curriculum and Assessment team About our School Please find more information on the University of Sussex Business School on our website. Why work here Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme. Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that. Further Key Information Please contact Kelly Wing (K.Wingsussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries. For full details and how to apply see our vacancies page. The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK. Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role may be eligible for sponsorship. Please consult our Skilled Worker Visa information page for further information about Visa Sponsorship. Expected Interview Date To Be Confirmed Expected Start Date As Soon As Possible Fixed Term Contract Duration Fixed Term until 15 October 2025 (Maternity Cover)