The client is seeking a Chief Academic Officer for QA Higher Education, a private higher education provider in the UK. The Chief Academic Officer will be responsible for leading the academic strategy of the institution, ensuring alignment with high standards of excellence, compliance, and integrity. Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Academic Officer will oversee teaching and learning, quality assurance, academic governance, and student outcomes across multiple locations and delivery models. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in senior academic leadership roles within UK higher education and a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape.
This role offers a rare opportunity to shape the academic direction of a growing institution and requires a strategic leader with operational insight. The Chief Academic Officer will need to navigate complexity, lead with credibility and clarity, and drive innovation while maintaining quality. The position is based in London, with flexibility for candidates to be based at Birmingham or Manchester campuses. Hybrid working is available, with a mix of remote and on-site work expected. The salary is competitive, ranging from 150,000 to 200,000, with additional benefits such as annual bonuses, private healthcare, life assurance, and a pension scheme.
The successful candidate will be a Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Provost, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, or Executive Dean with a passion for delivering high-quality education that transforms lives. They must have a commitment to inclusion and widening participation in higher education. The Chief Academic Officer will play a key role in driving innovation, supporting curriculum development, and meeting the evolving needs of students and partners. This is an exciting opportunity for an academic leader to make a significant impact on the future of higher education at QA Higher Education.