Exams Manager

Working hours – Full time (35 hours per week). Standard working hours between 9am – 5pm.

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

Working arrangements – London, hybrid homeworking (minimum 6 days a month in office).

 

Are you an organised and proactive Team Manager? Do you enjoy managing processes, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring high-quality delivery in a fast-paced environment? If so, we would love to hear from you.

The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK is seeking an experienced and motivated Exams Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of our examinations, ensuring a secure, consistent and high-quality experience for candidates worldwide.

 

About us

The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK is a collaboration between the Royal College of Physicians of London, the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Collectively, the colleges represent over 50,000 physicians worldwide.

The Federation develops and delivers services to support doctors throughout their careers, including:

• Examinations – Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK (MRCP(UK)) and Specialty Certificate Examinations (SCEs)

• Training – Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board (JRCPTB)

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

 

The role

As Exams Manager, you will be responsible for the operational delivery of examinations, ensuring they are delivered securely, efficiently and in line with agreed standards and timelines.

Working closely with senior colleagues, you will oversee the full exam lifecycle, from planning and scheduling through to results delivery, while managing key relationships with internal teams, suppliers and stakeholders.

You will play a central role in maintaining quality, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring an excellent candidate experience.

 

Key responsibilities within this role include:

• Leading the end-to-end operational delivery of examinations

• Managing and developing team members

• Managing exam cycles, timelines and logistics to ensure accurate and timely delivery

• Acting as the primary point of contact for operational matters relating to exams

• Coordinating with internal teams, suppliers and venues to support smooth delivery

• Monitoring operational performance, identifying risks and implementing solutions

• Ensuring compliance with regulatory, quality and security standards

• Supporting the development and improvement of systems, processes and ways of working

• Handling escalations and resolving operational issues effectively

 

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience delivering complex operational processes or assessments/examinations

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality and accuracy

• Experience working in high-stakes or time-sensitive environments

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• The ability to analyse data and use performance information to inform decisions

• High levels of digital literacy, including strong MS Office skills

• Experience in professional exams or qualifications delivery (desirable)

 

Closing date: 16 June 2026

 

Please note, we will be reviewing applications as they are received. Interviews may be arranged, and the role may be filled before the advertised closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. 

The RCP is all about our people – our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. xwzovoh We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.