Timetabling, Systems and Data Manager

Salford, United Kingdom

Job Information

• Job Identification 449
• Posting Date 01/06/2026, 08:58 AM
• Apply Before 01/18/2026, 11:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Contract Type Permanent
• Salary From £38,784
• Salary To £46,049
• DBS required No
• Driving Required No
• Organization University of Salford

We have an exciting opportunity to join us as Timetabling Data and Systems Manager, at a critical time as we migrate to a new timetable system. Reporting to the Head of Timetabling and Examinations you will lead the operational and technical development of the University’s timetabling service.

We are looking for an individual with strong technical and analytical skills, as well as being an effective communicator who will build relationships with key stakeholders. The successful candidate must be a team worker who is highly motivated with excellent organisational skills.

• Establish processes for the capture of consistent timetable data in line with the annual timetable timeline and ensure the accuracy, quality and timeliness of academic timetable data
• Lead on service improvements ensuring a student‑centred approach to the timetable, including personalisation and accessibility.
• Devise and deliver a reporting schedule, providing regular updates on all aspects of timetable performance, supporting data driven decision making, to key stakeholder groups
• Take a lead role in building productive relationships between the university and the supplier of timetabling software (Time Edit) in order to ensure full use of system functionality
• Collaborate with and support colleagues in Estates and Property Services in driving improvements in estate utilisation and to capture and resolve issues which impact the efficient delivery of the timetable

The Academic Registry, is a newly structured, student‑focused service bringing together a wide range of academic administrative functions under one umbrella. We empower schools by removing administrative barriers and enabling them to focus on teaching, learning, and research.

Across our teams, we manage key academic processes, including student records, quality assurance, student casework, home office compliance, data quality and systems, admissions, timetabling, and academic policy and regulation. We ensure that academic and professional services work more effectively together to deliver a seamless, high quality and outstanding experience for students and staff.

• Competitive salary – and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave – plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working – we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Professional development – we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community – there's a real sense of belonging here  value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! – MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support – all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym membership
• Team Salford – join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK's fastest growing universities
• A rewarding career – where everything you do will make a difference. To our students, our local community, and the world around you

About Us Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.

All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our Media City campus, at the heart of a world‑renowned digital and media hub.

We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.

And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.

At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at