Director of Aston Professional
| Posting date: | 19 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £67,280 to £104,712 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 February 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aston University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0051-26 |
Summary
Aston University is entering an exciting phase of transformation as part of its Aston 2030 Strategy, with Aston Professional positioned as a key driver of commercial growth, employer engagement and revenue diversification.
We are seeking an accomplished Director of Aston Professional to lead the strategic development and growth of our professional and employer-led education portfolio, including Degree Apprenticeships and Executive Education.
Working closely with the Chief Commercial Officer and Director of Business Development and Advancement, you will identify and convert new markets, strengthen employer partnerships, and deliver commercially successful, high-quality programmes aligned to business and industry needs. You will lead high-performing multidisciplinary teams, embed robust quality and compliance frameworks, and ensure an outstanding experience for learners and employers.
You will bring a strong track record of commercial income growth, senior leadership experience in a regulated environment, and the ability to translate regulatory requirements into scalable, market-led delivery models. Experience of employer-funded education, Degree Apprenticeships and working with bodies such as Ofsted, OfS and ESFA is highly desirable.
This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the future of professional education at Aston University.
We are seeking an accomplished Director of Aston Professional to lead the strategic development and growth of our professional and employer-led education portfolio, including Degree Apprenticeships and Executive Education.
Working closely with the Chief Commercial Officer and Director of Business Development and Advancement, you will identify and convert new markets, strengthen employer partnerships, and deliver commercially successful, high-quality programmes aligned to business and industry needs. You will lead high-performing multidisciplinary teams, embed robust quality and compliance frameworks, and ensure an outstanding experience for learners and employers.
You will bring a strong track record of commercial income growth, senior leadership experience in a regulated environment, and the ability to translate regulatory requirements into scalable, market-led delivery models. Experience of employer-funded education, Degree Apprenticeships and working with bodies such as Ofsted, OfS and ESFA is highly desirable.
This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the future of professional education at Aston University.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.