The Estates department is in the process of developing the University’s historic estate to provide a 21st century campus and user experience that meets the increasingly contemporary needs of the people studying, working, and visiting here. The Estates Department is in the final stages of a post pandemic restructure, and the Deputy Director Estates (FM) role is a key strategic enabling part of this new structure. 

This post, reporting through to the Estates Director will manage the Facilities Management resources for the Estates Department. 

The Deputy Director Estates (FM) will support the Estates and wider University Senior and Executive Teams. Therefore, the post holder will be required to adopt a University-wide perspective and build relationships accordingly with a variety of professional service and academic stakeholders, both within and out with the University to facilitate the briefing, governance and delivery of all Estates works and services. 

The successful candidate will have a positive and proven track record of working in a senior Facilities Management/Maintenance role in an HEI or similar scale organisation professional service department and exhibit excellent organisation, interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills with the ability to communicate with staff and stakeholders at all levels. 

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk

Please quote the reference: 0626-186-R

Closing Date: 23:59, 9 October 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Closing Date: 09 Oct 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £71,400 per annum - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post however appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Applications are invited for the post of Widening Access Officer in the Access and Success team within the Directorate of Student Success.

The successful candidate will work within an established and highly effective Widening Access team to cover a fixed-term period of secondment. You will contribute to the delivery of outreach activity, leading on longer term outreach interventions and successfully manage relationships with key stakeholders. 

We are looking for applicants who are enthusiastic, innovative and team-orientated individuals. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively to achieve shared goals. You will be a confident, engaging presenter with experience working with young people and their supporters. You will be expected to work on your own initiative and display a high level of attention to detail, organisation and project management skills.

The hours of work are 35 hours a week, worked Monday to Friday. On occasion, work outside of hours will be required to cover the needs of the team, which include some evening/weekends by prior agreement. The role requires frequent travel to local schools and colleges and the need to work on campus as necessary.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement 
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution 
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing. 
• Free parking 

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact James Casey (Widening Access Deputy Manager) at james.casey@rhul.ac.uk

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk

Please quote the reference: 0926-312

Closing Date: 23:59, 24 September 2026  

Interview Date: 6 October 2026

Closing Date: 24 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £34,670 per annum - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Hybrid working across all campuses, 4 days a week on campus 

Are you an exceptional HR leader who thrives in complex environments and can balance strategic thinking with operational excellence?

Royal Holloway is seeking an outstanding Director of People to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our University. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the People, Culture and Transformation function, leading a broad portfolio including employee and industrial relations, strategic business partnering, workforce planning, HR transformation and service modernisation.

This is an opportunity to influence at the highest levels of the institution. Working closely with senior leaders, trade unions and colleagues across the University, you will help translate ambitious strategic priorities into practical, sustainable outcomes for our people and organisation.

We're looking for a credible and experienced people leader with a strong track record of leading large-scale HR operations, navigating complex employee relations challenges, driving organisational change and building high-performing teams. You will be confident operating in politically nuanced environments, able to balance competing priorities, and committed to delivering an exceptional people experience.

In return, you'll join an ambitious People, Culture and Transformation Directorate with a clear vision, a collaborative leadership team and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on one of the UK's leading universities.

Help us create a workplace where people and performance thrive together.

We offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement 
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution 
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing 
• Free parking 

Please quote the reference: 0926-305

Closing Date: 23:59, 30 September 2026  

Interview Date: 15 October 2026

Royal Holloway is committed to equality and diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community. Read here about structures and initiatives around equality and diversity, including information on staff diversity networks. 

Closing Date: 30 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £102,590 per annum - including London Allowance

We are seeking an ambitious and experienced leader to join our Research and Innovation Directorate as Head of Knowledge Exchange and Partnerships.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering the University's research and knowledge exchange ambitions, helping to ensure that our world-leading research translates into meaningful economic, social, cultural and environmental impact.

Reporting to the Director of Research and Innovation, you will provide strategic leadership for the University's knowledge exchange, innovation and partnership activities. You will lead the development and delivery of institutional approaches to commercialisation, intellectual property, innovation funding and partnership development, while ensuring that the University continues to build a strong culture of responsible collaboration.

A significant element of the role will be providing institutional leadership for research security and trusted research. Working with colleagues across academic and professional services teams, you will oversee frameworks, policies and due diligence processes that support secure and compliant research collaborations and commercial activities. 

You will also lead and develop the Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise Team, providing inspiring leadership and building on its proactive, innovative and collegiate culture.

About you

You will be a highly credible strategic leader with substantial experience of working at the interface between research, innovation and external engagement. You will bring a successful track record of developing partnerships that deliver impact and generate income, alongside significant experience of knowledge exchange, research commercialisation and innovation management.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Extensive knowledge of the UK research and innovation landscape. 
• A successful record of building and negotiating strategic partnerships with industry, government, third-sector or international organisations. 
• Significant experience of knowledge exchange, innovation and impact development. 
• Expertise in intellectual property, technology transfer and commercialisation.
• Strong leadership, influencing and stakeholder management skills. 
• Knowledge of research security, trusted research, due diligence and related compliance requirements. 

The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, capable of working effectively alongside senior leaders, academic colleagues, external stakeholders.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sue Starbuck, Director of Research and Innovation sue.starbuck@rhul.ac.uk 

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk 

Please quote the reference: 0926-307

Closing Date: 23:59, 28 September 2026  

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Closing Date: 28 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £60,815 per annum - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Part time will be considered

Applications are invited for the post of Research Services Officer in the Research and Innovation Department at Royal Holloway, University of London.

We are looking for an exceptional administrator who will play a key role in delivering effective day-to-day operational support and advice related to the costing and submission of research proposals, and the offer acceptance of new awards. The post serves the purpose of sustaining administrative support to academic staff who apply for research funding and administering information about research grant applications.

The post will require previous experience in an administrative role, preferably in a research or higher education environment, an aptitude for financial management, and excellent attention to detail. Candidates should have excellent organisational and numerical skills and the ability to work both independently as well as part of a team. Candidates will have experience of successfully using Microsoft excel to a proficient level and have a willingness to learn other systems. The post holder will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop professional relationships and networks at all levels within the organisation.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London. 

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Hilary Lynch on hilary.lynch@rhul.ac.uk

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk 

Please quote the reference: 0826-295

Closing Date: 23:59, 27 September 2026  

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Closing Date: 27 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £34,670 per annum - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Applications are invited for the post of Money and Funding Adviser (FTE 0.5) working within the Directorate of Student Life at Royal Holloway University of London.

This part-time role provides an exciting opportunity to provide specialist money advice and financial wellbeing support to students, helping them overcome financial challenges and succeed in their studies while playing an important role in the delivery of Royal Holloway’s wellbeing and experience offering. The Directorate of Student Life includes a broad range of student facing teams who are core to the student journey: Active Lifestyle & Sport, Careers, Chaplaincy, Counselling & Mental Health, Disability & Neurodiversity, Hall Life, International & Money Advice, Student Casework, Student Engagement & Insights, and Wellbeing Support.

Reporting to the Head of International and Money Advice they will contribute to the work of the Directorate and support the strategy and aims of the University and Student Journey Division. Role holders will be expected to demonstrate our University values - being Daring, Innovative, Open and Respectful – in their work and be a champion of equality, diversity and inclusion. 

This part-time role provides an exciting opportunity to support students in overcoming financial barriers to success and play an important role in the delivery of Royal Holloway’s wellbeing and experience offering.

They will be required to provide specialist advice on student finance, process applications for financial support and funding, manage financial hardship casework, and deliver workshops and resources that enhance students’ financial capability and wellbeing.

We are also seeking a candidate with excellent communication and casework skills, experience of providing financial advice and support, and a commitment to delivering an inclusive and student-centred service.

With roles in Student Life there is a need for mainly campus-based working to enable in-person student appointments, based on student preference and need, but there will be some opportunity for working remotely each week.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement with additional university discretionary days.
• Training and Development opportunities
• Staff support through our Employee Wellbeing Programme and access to Togetherall.
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
• Cycle to Work scheme, Season Ticket Loans, free on campus parking and help with the cost of Eyesight testing.

The post is based in Egham, Surrey, where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Runnymede, Virginia Water & Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London. 

For queries on the application process the Human Resources team can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk

Please quote the reference: 0826-298

Closing Date: 23:59, 28 September 2026

Interview Date: 13 October 2026

Closing Date: 28 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £34,670 per annum pro rata - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Applications are invited for the post of Research Contracts and IP Manager in the Research Contracts team within Research and Innovation.

This is a key role for the University, focussing on enabling the delivery of the University’s strategic plan and its commitment to challenge-led research and partnership. Reporting to the Head of Research Contracts, the Research Contracts and IP Manager is one of a team responsible for the efficient and effective management of the University’s academic research income and intellectual property portfolio.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional with significant experience of the drafting and negotiating of research related agreements and intellectual property agreements and preferably some experience of supporting the commercialisation of research outputs. You will have excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player with the ability to think and act independently.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk 

Please quote the reference: 0826-300

Closing Date: 23:59, 27 September 2026

Interview Date: 6 October 2026

Closing Date: 27 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £49,979 to £59,125 per annum - including London Allowance

Applications are invited for the post of Teaching & Learning Operations Officer (Step Up) in the Faculty of Business & Law. 

This role will support the delivery of teaching and learning administration within the faculty, with a focus on Post Qualifying (PQ) and Step Up Social Work courses within the Royal Holloway Law School. The post holder will work as part of the Student Administration Directorate, contributing to the delivery of an efficient, consistent and student-focused service across a range of academic programmes.

The role involves supporting a variety of teaching and learning processes across the student lifecycle, including enrolment and module registration, assessment and examinations, student records, and results and graduation processes. 

The post holder will respond to enquiries from students and staff, support student wellbeing and engagement processes, and work closely with academic colleagues and professional services teams to ensure the smooth running of core administrative activities. The role will also involve maintaining accurate records and following established processes and procedures.

 In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London. 

If you have any queries about this post, please contact Karen Windle: Karen.Windle@rhul.ac.uk 

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk 

Please quote the reference: 0826-301

Closing Date: 23:59, 13 September 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 21 September 2026

Closing Date: 13 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £29,297 per annum pro rata - including London Allowance

Applications are invited for the post of Faculty Teaching & Learning Operations Officer within the Student Administration Directorate.

This role is part of the Professional Services teams within the Faculty of Business and Law and will support the delivery of teaching and learning administration across the student lifecycle. The roles are key to delivering an efficient, consistent and student-focused service, supporting both students and staff within busy academic environments.

The Faculty of Business and Law brings together disciplines across business, management and legal studies. The successful candidate will support a wide range of teaching and learning activities and work closely with academic colleagues and professional services teams.

The successful candidates will support core administrative processes such as module registration, timetabling support, assessment and examinations administration, student records, and results and graduation activities. They will act as a point of contact for routine queries from students and staff, ensuring enquiries are handled efficiently and professionally in line with university policies and relevant legislation, including Data Protection and Freedom of Information.

The successful candidates will be educated to A-level standard or have equivalent experience and will have experience of working in an administrative or customer service environment. They will demonstrate excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to managing their workload.

Candidates will be comfortable working with colleagues across the faculties and supporting day-to-day administrative processes. They will have good organisational skills and be able to prioritise their workload and meet deadlines. They will also demonstrate good communication skills when responding to enquiries from staff and students, and will have good IT skills including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing
• Free parking

The posts are based in Egham, Surrey, where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.

For any queries about the posts, please contact Charlotte Rawlins: Charlotte.Rawlins@rhul.ac.uk 

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk 

Please quote the reference: 0826-302

Closing Date: 23:59, 13 September 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 21 September 2026

Closing Date: 13 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £29,297 per annum - including London Allowance

Fixed-Term (24 months)

The Department of Computing, Security and Mathematics at Royal Holloway, University of London is looking to appoint teaching fellows in Computer Science to support high-quality teaching and supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate taught level.

The Department has a record of outstanding research and was ranked 17th overall among UK computer science and informatics departments in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021, Times Higher Education ranking). The Department is committed to delivering outstanding teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate level and consistently achieves excellent results in Computer Science graduate prospects metrics (93% graduates in graduate-level employment or further study within 15 months, Guardian ranking for 2025). Our software engineering teaching has been hailed as a ‘best practice’ example by the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.

Specific duties and responsibilities of these posts include: contributing to teaching, assessment, and supervision of student projects; coordinating (or assisting in the coordination) and delivering laboratory-based teaching in the Department; marking coursework and returning feedback to students; contributing to the development of software applications that support laboratory-based teaching or departmental administration; and contributing to departmental outreach activities, including Open Days, Applicant Visit Days, Taster Days, and participation in festivals.

The successful candidate will hold a bachelors or postgraduate degree in Computer Science or equivalent. The post is for approximately two years (to confirm on offer stage) and is available immediately. 

At Royal Holloway our values are to be: Respectful, Daring, Open, and Innovative. These values speak to our mission of being an inclusive and diverse employer who welcomes colleagues from all backgrounds. We place high value on our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion work and invite you to find out more about the support and structures, policies, and benefits we have in place that are designed to support minoritised groups.

Our new Department of Computing, Security and Mathematics was formed by combining Athena Swan-accredited units in Computer Science, Information Security, and Mathematics. Such accreditation reflects a deep commitment to gender equality across all levels, from undergraduate study to senior academic roles, and we are seeking a combined accreditation to reflect our new unified structure. With female Professors in Computer Science within both the Centre for Programming Languages and Systems and the Centre for Intelligent Systems, we strongly welcome applications from women and those from under-represented backgrounds in academia.

We encourage individuals to include details of any breaks in employment due to caring responsibilities in applications for employment so that these can be taken into consideration when assessments are being made. The University has a range of staff networks to support staff and help progress equality. These include the Royal Holloway’s Women’s Network (RoWaN), the LGBT+ Staff network, the Staff Disability Forum and the Cultural Diversity Network.

Royal Holloway offers a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement 
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution 
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing. 
• Free parking 

The posts are primarily based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London. The University also has a Central London Campus, based in Bloomsbury, and there may be an opportunity/requirement to deliver teaching at that location. 

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Professor Carlos Matos, joint Head of Department, at Carlos.Matos@rhul.ac.uk

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk

Please quote the reference: 0826-289

Closing Date: 23:59, 16 September 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Closing Date: 16 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Academic

Salary: £41,374 per annum (pro rata) - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Applications are invited for the post of Research Development Manager: EU and International in the Department of Research and Innovation at Royal Holloway, University of London.

Royal Holloway is a research-intensive university with internationally leading researchers and research groups. The 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) confirmed Royal Holloway as being in the upper quartile of UK universities for research, with 88% of our research rated as either world-leading or internationally excellent.

We are seeking an exceptional Research Development Manager: EU & International to join our Strategic Grants Team within Research and Innovation. This is a key role supporting the University's ambition to grow its research excellence, international partnerships, and research income through European Union, Official Development Assistance (ODA), and international funding opportunities.

As Research Development Manager: EU & International, you will play a strategic role in helping the University secure funding from major international sponsors, including Horizon Europe, ODA funders, international agencies, governments, foundations, and other global funding bodies. You will be an experienced research development professional with a strong understanding of the European and international funding landscape and a track record of supporting successful collaborative funding applications.

Working closely with senior academics, research leaders, and professional services colleagues, you will lead the development and management of complex, high-value research funding applications, providing expert pre-award support from concept development through to submission and award acceptance.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London. 

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Hilary Lynch on hilary.lynch@rhul.ac.uk

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk 

Please quote the reference: 0826-294

Closing Date: 23:59, 27 September 2026 

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Closing Date: 27 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £49,979 per annum - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

The Department of Computing, Security and Mathematics at Royal Holloway, University of London is looking to appoint a lecturer in Computer Science to support its research and teaching. The Department has a record of outstanding research and was ranked 17th overall among UK computer science and informatics departments in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021, Times Higher Education ranking). We have very strong research groups in the areas of Intelligent Systems, Machine Learning, Algorithms and Complexity, and Programming Languages and Systems. We have also made appointments in Quantum Computing and Software Engineering, and there are strong collaborations between Computer Science and the Information Security Group.

The Department is committed to delivering outstanding teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate level and consistently achieves excellent results in Computer Science graduate prospects metrics (93% graduates in graduate-level employment or further study within 15 months, Guardian ranking for 2025). Our software engineering teaching has been hailed as a ‘best practice’ example by the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.

We are seeking to appoint a lecturer in Computer Science and welcome applications that would complement and/or strengthen our existing areas of research. Applicants should have high quality publications and the potential to attract significant research funding. Applicants should be able to demonstrate excellence in the delivery of undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching, and in the supervision of both undergraduate and postgraduate project work. The post holder will be expected to contribute strongly to the development of research impact, and the successful applicant will have, or have the potential to have, a strong track record in this area.

In addition to the opportunities within the Department, the post holder will have the opportunity to play a full role in the growth of research within the Faculty of Science, and across the University more generally. 

At Royal Holloway our values are to be: Respectful, Daring, Open, and Innovative. These values speak to our mission of being an inclusive and diverse employer who welcomes colleagues from all backgrounds. We place high value on our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion work and invite you to find out more about the support and structures, policies, and benefits we have in place that are designed to support minoritised groups.

Our new Department of Computing, Security and Mathematics was formed by combining Athena Swan-accredited units in Computer Science, Information Security, and Mathematics. Such accreditation reflects a deep commitment to gender equality across all levels, from undergraduate study to senior academic roles, and we are seeking a combined accreditation to reflect our new unified structure. With female Professors in Computer Science within both the Centre for Programming Languages and Systems and the Centre for Intelligent Systems, we strongly welcome applications from women and those from under-represented backgrounds in academia.

We encourage individuals to include details of any breaks in employment due to caring responsibilities in applications for employment so that these can be taken into consideration when assessments are being made. The University has a range of staff networks to support staff and help progress equality. These include the Royal Holloway’s Women’s Network (RoWaN), the LGBT+ Staff network, the Staff Disability Forum and the Cultural Diversity Network.

Royal Holloway recognises the importance of its employees to be able to balance work and home life, and offers flexible working arrangements. We are happy to consider a request for flexible working for this post including part time, job share or compressed working hours. 

Royal Holloway offers a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

The posts are primarily based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London. The University also has a Central London Campus, based in Bloomsbury, and there may be an opportunity/requirement to deliver teaching at that location. 

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Professor Carlos Matos, joint Head of Department, at Carlos.Matos@rhul.ac.uk

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk 

Please quote the reference: 0826-288

Closing Date: 23:59, 20 September 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Closing Date: 20 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Academic

Salary: £49,979 per annum - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

The Department of Music, Drama and Media Arts at Royal Holloway University of London is recruiting a dynamic Lecturer (either Teaching Focused or Teaching & Research, dependent on profile of applicant) in Cinematography and Virtual Production, based at its Egham campus. The department provides a full range of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes to a student body that is over 40% Black and Global Majority.

The successful candidate will teach on our BA programmes in Video Games Art and Design, Film Television and Digital Production and Digital Media Culture and Technology. They will play a key role in developing how Virtual Production is taught at RHUL and work closely with our diverse student cohort. The post also offers the candidate the chance to teach modules in cinematography, virtual production and creative digital arts, and to contribute to taught postgraduate programmes in Media Arts where appropriate. 

The successful candidate will have experience of teaching in relevant subjects at undergraduate level. They should be able to demonstrate significant industry experience or have been awarded a PhD in a relevant field. The appointment will be made at Grade 8.

The job holder will report to the Section Head for Digital Media Arts, undertaking appropriate managerial and administrative duties. The successful candidate will have excellent communication, organisational, team-working and interpersonal skills, with proven abilities to engage with students and colleagues. 

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing.
• Free parking

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Maeve O'Connell, section head for Film Television and Screen: maeve.oconnell@rhul.ac.uk

Please quote the reference: 0726-264

Closing Date: 23:59, 28 September 2026  

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Closing Date: 28 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Academic

Salary: £49,979 to £59,125 per annum - including London Allowance

Applications are invited for the post of Producer in the CoStar Enterprise & Commercialisation Team

The Enterprise & Commercialisation (E&C) Producer will oversee the production and delivery of a range of CoStar National Lab creative programmes from early-stage research to capacity and capability building for scaling enterprises.

This role will be predominantly focused on delivering engaging leading industry, business growth and investment expertise to enterprises in the creative technology sector.

The post has significant programme production, event management, and project management responsibilities across a wide range of business support activities including masterclasses, workshops, intensive and longer-term programmes. 

Based in a busy creative innovation environment, this hands-on role involves substantial communication and coordination responsibilities and will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support delivery. 

Engaging a diverse array of stakeholders across creative technology industries & academia is a key aspect of the role. The Enterprise & Commercialisation Producer will manage the successful delivery of CoStar’s Enterprise & Commercialisation programmes that aim to:

The E&C Producer will:

Support workshops, events and logistics - help organise and run workshops and events (online and in-person) across UK venues, and assist with procuring specialist expertise (technical, legal, marketing, etc.) needed for delivery.

Support applications and stakeholder liaison - assist the National Lab Operations Team with applicant/selection admin, and act as a day-to-day contact for external programme partners and stakeholders.

Contribute to wider Lab activity and SME experience - run prototype, pilot, and demonstrator work as directed, helping ensure a high-quality, consistent experience for programme participants.

Maintain resources and support marketing - collate materials and collateral for delivery and knowledge exchange, and work with Communications and Marketing on outreach content.

Collect metrics, data and contract admin - help track carbon and inclusion metrics, support data capture through reports/surveys/feedback, and provide briefs to the Contracts Manager for paperwork and procurement.

Engage with team culture - contribute positively to an inclusive, sustainability-aware culture within the CoSTAR National Lab.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

The post is based currently in Egham, Surrey, where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London. The post will be based both at Egham, Surrey, and also at Pinewood Studios towards the end of the year.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Nicole Stuart-Rushworth on nicole.stewart.rushworth@rhul.ac.uk 

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk 

Please quote the reference: 0826-286

Closing Date: 23:59, 17 September 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 21 September 2026

Closing Date: 17 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £41,374 to £48,639 per annum - including London Allowance

Full-Time, on-site working across the Egham and Central London campuses as required

Royal Holloway, University of London is seeking an outstanding academic leader to join us as Faculty Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences at an important point in the University's development.  The Faculty Dean appointment will be for a period of 5 years with possible extension as set out on on the job description.  At the end of the Faculty Dean position the successful candidate will take up a Professorial post.

This is an opportunity to provide visible, confident and purposeful leadership to a diverse academic community while playing a key role in the strategic leadership of Royal Holloway. 

The Faculty Dean will contribute to institution-wide decision-making and share responsibility for delivering the ambitions of our RH2030s strategy. They will provide academic leadership that drives excellence in education, student experience, and research and knowledge exchange and promote the development of the Faculty and its people, ensuring the effective and efficient use of resources within the framework of the University's strategic priorities and policies. 

A central aspect of the role is the leadership and development of the Faculty's Executive team. Working closely with Heads of Department, Associate Deans and the Head of Faculty Operations, the Faculty Dean will provide direction and support, helping colleagues to succeed in their roles and fostering a consistent, high-performing leadership culture across the Faculty. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in a complex environment, building trust and collaboration while making sound judgements and addressing issues where improvement is required. 

The Faculty Dean will play a leading role in embedding the University's new academic structures and translating them into effective ways of working. Working across departments and disciplines, they will strengthen collaboration, enhance organisational effectiveness and maintain a clear focus on academic performance and delivery against the University's agreed Strategic Performance Indicators and Key Performance Indicators. 

The role will also be pivotal in supporting the Faculty's ongoing transformation and future development. This includes contributing to the Portfolio Review, supporting growth in research income and knowledge exchange activity, helping to simplify processes and systems, and shaping the future direction of the University's Central London offer. 

As the principal advocate for the Faculty, the Faculty Dean will represent its interests across the University and develop external relationships and partnerships that enhance its profile, reputation and impact. The successful candidate will help create the conditions in which departments, disciplines and colleagues can thrive, ensuring the Faculty makes a significant contribution to the University's ambitions and future success. 

We welcome applications from experienced academic leaders who can bring strategic vision, sound judgement and a commitment to enabling colleagues and students to succeed.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

The post is based in Egham, Surrey, where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London. 

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Laura Thomas on laura.thomas@rhul.ac.uk or +44 (0)1784 276171 to arrange a meeting with Prof Tracy Bhamra, Provost & Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Global).

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at recruitment@rhul.ac.uk

Please quote the reference: 0826-287

Closing Date: 23:59, Thursday 17 September 2026

Stakeholder Panels: Monday 12 October 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 13 October 2026

Closing Date: 17 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Senior Management

Salary: £112,590 per annum - including London Allowance

Are you an experienced Educational Developer or Academic Developer? Are you looking for flexible, part-time work?

Royal Holloway, University of London is seeking to appoint a Visiting Educational Developer who will work closely with other members of the Educational Development team to help deliver a portfolio of activities to improve the quality of teaching and learning at Royal Holloway.

The successful candidate will primarily support mentoring and evaluation of applicants for Royal Holloway’s Advance HE accredited professional development scheme (TALENT) leading to AFHEA, FHEA or SFHEA. Depending on experience, availability and the team’s needs, they may also deliver teaching on accredited teacher education programmes, develop high quality teaching and professional development resources, and contribute to the operational leadership and administration of Educational Development activities.

Applicants should hold Senior Fellowship of Advance HE (SFHEA), be educated to Master’s level or equivalent and should have significant experience of evaluating Advance HE Fellowship applications. Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details and requirements.

The role is likely to offer a maximum 14 hours per week between September 2026 and July 2027, though the number of hours will vary. Candidates seeking fewer hours are also welcome to apply. We can offer a great deal of flexibility in the times and days you work.

To apply, please click “Apply Online”. Please attach a current CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Katie Shaw on katie.shaw@rhul.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 11 Aug 2026

Subject/Team: Casual

Applications are invited for the post of Executive Assistant (CoSTAR National Lab) in the StoryFutures Department.

Joining the StoryFutures team at an exciting phase of the CoSTAR project, this appointment will provide a high level of professional executive and administrative support to the Directors of CoSTAR. Through the provision of this service, the post-holder will ensure the efficient operation of the CoSTAR Senior Leadership team and actively contribute to managing tasks and time such that the directors are operating optimally.

You will have significant experience providing high-level executive and administrative support to senior leaders, with excellent organisational, prioritisation and diary management skills. The successful candidate will be confident managing multiple demands, handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion, and building effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Experience supporting executives, boards or senior management teams is highly desirable.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement 
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution 
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing. 
• Free parking 

The post is based in Egham, Surrey/ Pinewood Studios, Iver.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Olivia Hinkin at olivia.hinkin@rhul.ac.uk

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk

Please quote the reference: 0826-265

Closing Date: 23:59, 15 September 2026  

Interview Date: 29 September 2026

Closing Date: 15 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Professional Services

Salary: £34,670 to £40,284 per annum - including London Allowance

Become a Peer Mentor at Royal Holloway

Want to help new students feel welcome and confident at university? Looking for paid work that builds your skills and makes a real difference?

We’re recruiting Peer Mentors to support first-year students during their transition to life at Royal Holloway, University of London.

As a Peer Mentor, you’ll:

Meet regularly with a small group of new students
Share your experience and help them settle in
Signpost to academic and wellbeing support
Build leadership, communication and teamwork skills
Get paid £13.90 per hour (up to 20 hours across the year).

You must be a Royal Holloway student in 2026–27 and able to attend training and mentoring sessions in Terms 1 and 2.

This is your chance to give back and shape the student experience.

Closing Date: 21 Sep 2026

Subject/Team: Pool Registration - Royal Holloway Students only