Director of Partnerships, Policy and Projects

Director of Partnerships, Policy and Projects

Application Deadline: 2 July 2026

Department: Executive Office

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cross-Campus

Compensation: £63,784 - £70,133 / year

Description

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for building strategic partnerships, influencing policy and delivering projects that create lasting impact? If so, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

As Director of Partnerships, Policy and Projects you will lead the College's external engagement, partnership development, policy influence and major project activity. You will develop and sustain high value relationships with employers, local authorities, government agencies, education providers and industry bodies, ensuring partnerships deliver tangible benefits for learners and support the College's long term ambitions.

This dynamic role combines strategic leadership with operational delivery. You will drive innovation, manage complex partnerships and projects across the College and its wider network of stakeholders, secure and deliver arrangements that enhance student learning, personal development and career opportunities, and represent the College at local, regional and national forums.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the College's external engagement, partnership development, and policy influence.
• Develop and maintain high value relationships with employers, local authorities, government agencies, education providers and industry bodies.
• Secure and deliver partnership arrangements that enhance student learning, development and career opportunities.
• Manage complex partnerships and projects across the College and its wider network of stakeholders.
• Represent the College in local, sub regional, regional and national forums.
• Identify and secure funding opportunities and lead initiatives to strengthen the College's impact and reputation.

Benefits

Read our Employee Pledge here!

• Annual season ticket loan through salary sacrifice.
• Cycle to Work scheme: tax free bikes and incentives.
• Employee Support Helpline: 24/7 confidential counselling.
• Eye tests for DSE users refunded.
• Flu vaccination vouchers.
• Gym facilities at Southgate Campus.
• Hair salon services and beauty treatments at Colindale Campus.
• High street discounts for staff.