The Royal College of Art

Head of Quality & Partnerships

London SW7 2EU

Key information

Pay
£64,753 - £72,255
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Remote working
Hybrid - 2 days remote
Posted date
19 Aug 2026
Closing date
13 Sep 2026

About this role

Grade

10

FTE

1.0

Contract

Fixed term (3 years, aligned to partnership delivery cycle)

Reporting to

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education & Student Success)

Directorate

Education & Student Success

The Royal College of Art is seeking an exceptional higher education professional to join us as Head of Quality & Partnerships, a pivotal senior role leading academic quality assurance, governance and standards across our growing international partnership portfolio.

A key priority for this role will be supporting the successful launch, validation and ongoing oversight of the College's strategic partnership with Riyadh University of Art, helping to establish high-quality academic provision that reflects both UK regulatory expectations and the RCA's global reputation for excellence in art and design education.