Faculty Planning Officer

Do you enjoy working with data, identifying trends and providing insights that help shape decision-making?

Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your skills in planning, analysis and project work within a dynamic University environment?

If so, this could be the role for you!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Faculty Planning Officer to join the Faculty Planning and Operations Team within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. Reporting to the Senior Faculty Planning and Operations Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Faculty's strategic planning processes, performance monitoring and operational delivery.

A little more about the role:

In this role, you will support the development and monitoring of strategic plans and key performance data across the Faculty. You will provide insightful analysis to support decision-making and help inform Faculty and Departmental priorities. Your work will include market insight analysis, project support, performance monitoring, operational planning, statutory returns and the production of management information. You will be responsible for identifying trends, interpreting complex datasets and making evidence-based recommendations to support strategic and operational objectives.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Experience using Excel and/or Power BI, including the development and management of complex, multi-layered spreadsheets, dashboards or reports.
• Strong statistical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and provide actionable insights.
• The ability to produce clear, engaging and informative reports and presentations tailored to a range of audiences.
• Excellent organisational skills, with a proven ability to manage competing priorities, balance workload demands and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to build effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience of undertaking data analysis and making recommendations to inform strategic decision-making.
• The ability to work proactively, use initiative and contribute positively within a collaborative team environment.

For further information about the role and person specification, please review the Job Description, which is attached at the bottom of this screen.

For an informal discussion about the role:

Please contact Sean Threlfall at [email protected]

To apply:

• Upload your CV (a cover letter is not required).

• Complete the two mandatory application questions as part of the application form (under Supporting Information).

  We recommend responses of 300-500 words per question. Where possible, please structure your answers using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) and provide specific examples that demonstrate your experience and impact.

Please note: Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 17 and/or 18 November (17/11/2026 and 18/11/2026). Candidates should make every effort to be available on these dates, as alternative interview dates may not be possible.

A little more about the team:

You'll be joining a supportive and collaborative Faculty Planning and Operations Team that works closely with academic and professional services colleagues across the University. The team provides planning expertise, performance analysis and operational support that helps deliver Faculty and institutional priorities. The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge of higher education planning, build a broad professional network and contribute to a range of high-profile projects and initiatives.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.

Details

• Location:

  Manchester All Saints Campus

• Faculty / Function:

  Strategic Planning Office

• Salary:

  Grade 6 (£31,861 to £35,302)

• Closing Date:

  2 November 2026

• Contract Type:

  Fixed Term

• Contract Length:

  Anticipated to end 31/10/2027

• Contracted Hours per week:

  35

Benefits

25 days leave + Christmas closure + Bank holidays (Extra 5 days after 5 years of service)

Travel loan

Wellbeing platform

Life insurance

Access to Campus Facilities

Enhanced parental leave

High-quality guaranteed pension

Hybrid working opportunities

Meet the recruiter

Claire Muir

[email protected]