Overview
The Law Society of Ireland is seeking applications for a Diploma Centre Senior Manager in our Education Department. As Diploma Centre Senior Manager, the successful candidate will act as the team lead and will oversee the development, management and running of the Society’s portfolio of diploma and certificate courses, LLMs programmes, Professional Doctorate in Law, the Massive Open Online course (MOOC) project and the development of new programmes. The Diploma Centre Senior Manager will have primary responsibility for managing the section, ensuring that performance targets are met.
The successful candidate should be legally qualified, though applications are welcome from other candidates with a training / education background. Candidates should be willing to work on Saturdays and outside normal office hours.
This is a senior role with a great deal of responsibility that involves both an academic and commercial focus. The successful candidate will need considerable experience. Appointment of this role is initially on a fixed term two years’ contract.
Main Duties & Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will carry out the following duties in line with the Society’s standards and strategic objectives and as directed by the Head of Lifelong Learning and the Director of Education.
Management and co-ordination of the Education Department’s post qualification diploma programme, including all Diploma Centre courses organised by the Law Society, both on its own and in conjunction with external organisations/partners
Management of a large team of Diploma Centre staff
Preparation for and advance planning of the Diploma Centre portfolio of courses,
Organising and conducting all planning meetings necessary to the proper preparation for the courses.
Leading the annual MOOC project, as part of the Law Society’s Public Legal Education initiative
Developing new programmes for the portfolio
Ensuring high quality standards across the portfolio
Leading the marketing strategy for the Diploma Centre
Assist in the teaching and tutoring on courses, where appropriate.
Overall co-ordination of the financial planning for the diploma section, including projections, budget preparation, budget monitoring and reporting
Ensuring that performance target for the Diploma Centre team are met.
Reporting on Diploma Centre activities and results to the Law Society Council, Education Committee, Curriculum Development Committee and senior management team.
Collaboration with the Law Society Professional Training Senior Manager on a range of projects.
Liaising with the Head of Lifelong Learning on Diploma Centre activities on a regular basis.
Knowledge & Skills
Education qualification required.
Knowledge of and experience of legal work is preferable.
Experience of managing a team required.
Project management experience.
Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Have a legal background (preferably as a practising solicitor) and an interest in education
A range of professional experience is desirable, though the Law School also welcomes specialist skill and experience
Digital literacy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high attention to detail
An ability to work on his/her own initiative and as part of a team and be proactive in achieving project outcomes
Diplomatic and professional communication skills
Excellent IT skills
A proactive approach with a growth mindset
Experience of dealing with a large volume of enquiries
Methodical, flexible and capable of undertaking multitask driven work
Ability to work in a pressurised environment
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Familiarity with accounts management would also be an advantage
Remuneration & Benefits
Salary (DOE)
Excellent working conditions
Training & development opportunities
Pension
How to Apply
To apply for this role, click the ‘Apply Now’ box in gold.
Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate’s eligibility to work in Ireland, without any restrictions.
Closing date
Close of business on Monday, 20 January 2025.
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