Founded in 1922, the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) is the UK based and internationally recognised qualifying body and learned society for chemical, biochemical and process engineers. We exist to advance chemical engineering’s contribution for the benefit of society.
We support our members in applying their expertise and experience to make an influential contribution to solving major global challenges, and we are the only organisation permitted to award Chartered Chemical Engineer status and Professional Process Safety Engineer registration.
The Head of Qualification Services, reporting to the Director Qualifications and working closely alongside the Head of Professional Standards, Volunteer Engagement Manager, and other colleagues in the Member Experience team will play a pivotal role in the delivery of the business plan pertaining to the success of IChemE’s membership and qualifications activities and sustainable growth in membership.
They will lead a team of membership staff and will develop and maintain the required framework and processes to assure optimal experience for individuals wishing to join IChemE as a member/registrant, transfer their grade of membership/registration, and for organisations seeking (re-)accreditation. Member/registrant CPD sampling activity also sits within the remit of this role. They will also ensure that we engage with our member volunteers and committees in the most effective way possible.
Due to IChemE’s international nature, this position requires a willingness to work flexibly and to engage in business discussions outside of normal working hours. There will be times when you may be required to attend the workplace on remote working days as and when IChemE requires. Should this happen we will give you reasonable notice.
The position is based in the Rugby UK office (CV21 3HQ) we are currently working to a minimum of three days from the Rugby office and the remainder working from your UK home location.
Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered.
This is a permanent full-time role based on 37.5 hours per week working Monday through to Friday (core hours from 10:00 – 12:00 and 14:30 – 16:00). Flexibility will be required to meet business needs.
Salary £55,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits which includes an excellent pension scheme.
To apply; please complete all areas of the application form including uploading a copy of your CV, right to work and any other relevant information.
Please note that applications sent without a cover letter will not be reviewed.
The closing date for all applications is close of business Sunday 10 March 2024. IChemE reserves the right to interview exceptional candidates and make an offer of employment before this date should we wish.
IChemE aims to be an equal opportunities employer and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race and marriage and civil partnerships.
IChemE benefits of employment include: