Finsbury Institute Policy and Programmes Manager (INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY)

Please note: This vacancy is open to internal applicants only. Please use your @citystgeorges.ac.uk email address when applying. City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology.

Our students are at the heart of everything that we do, and we are committed to supporting them to pursue their career and personal ambitions. Our research is engaged, at the frontier of practice and has a positive impact on the world around us. ** Background
– The Finsbury Institute is a public policy hub serving the City of London, bringing together research, policy and professional practice to address contemporary public policy challenges.

Working within the School of Policy and Global Affairs, the Policy and Programmes Manager will support the Institute’s growing programme of events, partnerships and policy engagement activities, helping to strengthen relationships across academia, business, government and civil society while contributing to the Institute’s development and impact. ** Responsibilities
– The postholder will coordinate the Institute’s day-to-day operations, support the delivery of policy-focused events and programmes, manage stakeholder relationships, draft communications and briefing materials, and contribute to business development activities.

They will work closely with the Director to enhance the Institute’s profile, develop partnerships, oversee administrative systems, support budget management and ensure compliance with University policies and procedures. ** Person Specification
– The successful candidate will be educated to degree level or possess equivalent professional experience, with strong organisational, communication and project management skills. They will have experience working with external stakeholders, delivering programmes or events, and producing high-quality written materials.

An understanding of public policy, stakeholder engagement and the ability to work proactively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment are essential. Experience of higher education, think tanks, membership bodies or City-facing organisations is desirable. ** Additional Information Closing date for applications:
22nd November 2026 at 11:59pm Interviews are scheduled to take place from 10th December 2026 The selection process will involve an interview and presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage.

City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development. City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. For additional information on City St George's, our policies, strategy and values; Click here
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