Student Onboarding Manager (Internal Only)

Job title: Student Onboarding Manager (INTERNAL ONLY)

Department: Doctoral School

Contract Type: Permanent

Grade: 7

Location: Bloomsbury

Hours: 35 hours per week

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East.  SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.

About the Department:

The Doctoral School support team delivers comprehensive, high-quality administrative services, advice, and guidance to students, researchers, and academic colleagues, ensuring they receive expert, timely, and accessible support across a broad spectrum of activities. In addition, the team provides essential business, operational, and management support to Heads of Department and collaborates closely with colleagues across central professional services.

About the Role

Provides administrative leadership and management to the Doctoral School team and oversees the day-to-day operation of the Doctoral School. Provides support to the Doctoral School Manager and works closely with the Academic Support Manager on day-to- day functions and other initiatives. Leads projects and activities to deliver the Doctoral School strategic plan as agreed. Ensures Doctoral School regulations, processes and procedures are operating effectively and are in alignment with those of SOAS’s Academic Regulations and sector good practice.

Provides dedicated coordination across the PGR admissions process to strengthen governance, ensure consistent and compliant decision-making, support Admissions Tutors through structured guidance and training, oversee external supervisor HR and finance processes, and coordinate recruitment activity to enhance operational efficiency, reduce risk, and support the achievement of doctoral recruitment targets.

Serves as the key contact for the internal grants process, providing coordination and oversight to ensure clear communication, timely submissions, and compliance with institutional requirements, thereby supporting efficient administration and a consistent experience for applicants and academic staff.

You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website.

How to Apply: 

Please send an updated CV and a supporting statement to Tim Maugherman, Doctoral School Manager at tm76@soas.ac.uk

Closing date: Friday 12 June 2026                     

Interviews to be held: Monday 22 June 2026

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