About the role
RCOG Events is entering an exciting phase of transformation as we strengthen and expand our global education portfolio. Aligned to our new five-year corporate strategy, we are evolving our courses, skills-based workshops and webinar programme to ensure they remain innovative, financially sustainable and globally accessible.
To support this growth, we are seeking a Head of Course Development and Delivery to lead the strategic development and delivery of our repeatable education portfolio. This is a pivotal leadership role with the opportunity to shape how we design, scale and continuously improve high-quality learning for the global women’s health community.
You will combine strategic vision with commercial insight, embedding structured portfolio planning, driving innovation in course design and delivery, and developing scalable franchise models to extend our reach in the UK and internationally. Leading a dedicated team, you will strengthen capability, embed robust governance and performance frameworks, and ensure our education offer aligns with the RCOG curriculum and long-term ambitions.
Working closely with senior stakeholders, faculty, education partners and internal teams, you will help position RCOG courses and workshops as a leading global benchmark for professional learning in obstetrics and gynaecology.
This is a unique opportunity to lead sustainable growth and lasting change while delivering education that directly contributes to improving healthcare for women and girls worldwide.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the development and delivery of RCOG courses, workshops and webinars, ensuring they are innovative, high-quality and aligned to the curriculum.
*Drive financial sustainability and growth across the portfolio, managing budgets, income targets and reporting.
*Champion innovation in course design and delivery, embedding scalable and repeatable models for global reach.
*Develop and lead the Courses team, building capability and embedding effective processes.
*Collaborate with stakeholders, faculty and external partners to ensure high-quality, impactful learning experiences.
For the full list of key responsibilities, please check the recruitment pack.
About you
We are seeking a strategic and inspiring leader with a proven track record of designing and delivering complex, large-scale education programmes, courses, or workshops. The ideal candidate will be skilled at embedding new ways of working within a team, driving operational excellence, and shaping the strategic direction of a growing course portfolio. You will be commercially aware, able to influence and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and experienced in developing and motivating your team to achieve high performance.
Requirements
Extensive experience leading the design, development, and delivery of multi-workstream education programmes, courses, or workshops.
Strong people leadership skills, including coaching, developing teams, and embedding sustainable processes that enhance capability and performance.
Commercial and strategic acumen, including managing budgets, delivering revenue growth, and ensuring financial sustainability.
Proven ability to influence, collaborate with, and manage complex stakeholders, committees, and external partners.
Demonstrated track record of introducing innovation and continuous improvement in course design, delivery formats, and learner experience.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who are innovative, collaborative, and motivated to lead transformational change in education and learning design and delivery.
Requirements:
Please note that while we are looking for someone who has significant experience leading the design, development, and delivery of large-scale, complex education programmes or courses, and a strong track record of driving sustainable growth through learning initiatives, we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who are strategic, collaborative, and motivated by leading positive change in education.
If you are excited about joining the RCOG at a pivotal moment of transformation, with ambitious goals for growth and a supportive, inclusive culture, we would love to hear from you. We will support you to get up to speed, but confidence in leading large, multi-workstream programmes, embedding new ways of working, and developing high-performing teams from the outset will be important.
Our culture and benefits
As a key member of the team, you will be located in our offices in London Bridge. We offer a friendly, values led working culture with an excellent benefits package that includes:
*Agile and flexible working environment and free lunch onsite
*25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and office closure from 25 December to 1 January
*10% pension contribution after probation
*Enhanced wellbeing and family support
*Interest-free bike and season ticket loans after probation
*Tailored Learning and Development and study leave
*Affinity staff networks
*Life assurance and income protection schemes
*Lifestyle discounts
For a full list of the benefits we offer, please visit our careers site.
How to apply
Click on Apply to be taken to our recruitment platform, Applied. Please visit our careers website, via the button below, to download the full Job pack.
Applications close at 10.00am on Monday 2 March 2026
We encourage candidates to apply early and reserve the right to close the advert and appoint before the closing date.
First interviews will be held via Teams on Wednesday 11 March. Second interviews will be held at our offices in London Bridge on Wednesday 18 March
If you have any additional questions about the role or how to apply, please contact the People Team on or .uk.
We believe that diverse teams will deliver the best outcomes for women’s healthcare and we strive to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups, including those from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. To find out more, please see our Divers