Assistant Manager - Cambridge, UK

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China UK Development Centre

Job Title: Assistant Manager

Department: Department of Planning and Operations

Number of positions available: 1

Who we are:

Founded in 2012, China UK Development Centre (CUDC) and Maxer Education Group offer (Maxer) a series of short-term residential training programmes to students from Asia (e.g., China, South Korea, Macau, and Taiwan). The courses offered range from customised professional courses to targeted student courses in various fields. CUDC has successfully delivered over 100 customised summer and winter programmes, encompassing over 2000 students. We have offices operating in both China and UK.

Employer's award:

Our China branch holds the Nomination Awards for China Best Employer Award 2016.

What you will be doing:

As part of CUDC and Maxer’s continuous development and expansion, we are looking for an Assistant Manager to join our current Planning and Operations team in Cambridge, UK.

·         Liaising and maintaining professional relationships with our UK partners;

·         Liaising and maintaining relationships with programme lecturers and supervisors;

·         Playing an important role in reconstructing the programme management system;

·         Developing, planning and executing winter and summer residential programmes;

·         Supplier management and cost control

·         Other departmental responsibilities

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals who are able to contribute ideas, and are driven to successfully execute each task. The successful candidate will understand the nature of this service-based education industry and have experience in engaging with stakeholders (e.g., University administration, lecturers, and staff). Beyond this, the candidate will have good time management skills and be responsive to change(s) that arise. As part of the nature of this role, it is a requirement that the successful candidate will have excellent grasp of English and Mandarin speaking and writing skills.

Place of work: Cambridge, UK

What we offer:

·         Competitive payment package: Salary + Annual Bonus Scheme

·         Salary: £18,525

·         Annual Bonus Scheme of up to £8,800

·         Annual Salary Reviews

·         28 days paid holiday

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Diversity and Safeguarding:

We value diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the students and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, and other checks may also be required.

Education:   Bachelor degree (minimum requirement)

Prior experience:  Preference will be given to candidates familiar with Higher Education in the UK, and experiences in Education/Tourism management sector

Skills required        

·         Excellent English and Mandarin spoken and written communication skills;

·         Confident IT skills (especially the use of Microsoft Word and Excel);

·         Good organisational and time-management skills;

·         Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; and

·         Accuracy and good attention to detail.

Application Procedure:

Please send your CV and Cover letter to recruit@cudc.info