School of Business - Lecturer (Business)

[What the role is]

[What you will be working on]

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons, develop teaching and assessment materials, and facilitate learning for Pre-Employment Training (PET) and Continuing Education and Training (CET) students.
• Enhance existing and/or develop new curricula and learning materials to strengthen students’ application and employability.
• Contribute to PET and CET modules and programmes, using appropriate GenAI and EdTech tools where applicable.
• Participate in the development of teaching and learning capabilities within RP and the School’s academic team.
• Support the School’s strategic initiatives through academic advancement, student development and industry projects.
• Undertake academic administration, including setting assessments, grading submissions and coordinating academic reports.
• Provide pastoral support and guide students through internships, final-year projects, competitions, career development and overseas learning activities.

Areas of Specialisation

Candidates are expected to contribute in at least one of the following specialisations:

1. Digital Solutions and Business Technology

• Design and deliver modules in Digital Business, AI, Automation, Data Visualisation, Business Technologies and Project Deployment.
• Guide students in analysing business needs and designing practical technology-enabled solutions.
• Conduct hands-on learning using AI tools, workflow automation, CRM, analytics, e-commerce and low-code/no-code platforms.
• Support digital and AI consultancy projects from requirements gathering and solution design to testing and deployment.
• Teach students to explore new and emerging technologies, troubleshoot basic technical issues and improve their solutions.

2. Banking and Finance

• Design and deliver modules in Financial Technology, Analytics and areas such as Financial Markets, Corporate Finance, Investment Analysis, Trade Finance, Compliance, Risk Management and Sustainable Finance.
• Integrate real-world case studies, simulations and industry-relevant tools such as Excel, data analytics and AI applications into learning.
• Collaborate with banks, fintech firms, regulators and professional bodies to co-develop curricula, projects and experiential learning opportunities.
• Participate in consultancy, applied research and capability-building initiatives related to banking, finance and sustainability.

[What we are looking for]

General Requirements

• Relevant academic qualifications in Business, Banking, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Marketing, Business Technology or a related field.
• A nurturing mindset and the ability to establish a strong rapport with learners.
• Strong industry connections that can bring real-world context and opportunities into the learning experience.
• Ability to integrate relevant technology and current industry developments into teaching and learning.
• A collaborative, self-driven and resourceful team player who can manage multiple projects independently.
• Strong communication, facilitation, project and stakeholder management skills.

1. Digital Solutions and Business Technology

• At least three years of relevant experience in digital transformation, technology implementation, business analysis, product or project management, automation, CRM, e-commerce, marketing technology or data analytics. Teaching or training experience is an advantage.
• Experience in managing or deploying digital, automation, technology or AI-enabled projects.
• Ability to analyse business problems, identify root causes and translate needs into practical solution requirements.
• Comfortable exploring new technologies and troubleshooting workflows, configurations, data, integrations and outputs.
• Experience in developing and testing prototypes, proof-of-concept solutions, digital workflows or process improvements.
• Able to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical learners and stakeholders.

2. Banking and Finance

• At least three years of relevant experience in banking, financial services, fintech or a related sector. Teaching or training experience is an advantage.
• Strong expertise in one or more areas: banking operations; risk, compliance and AML/KYC; financial markets, treasury or investment products; fintech, digital banking or data analytics; sustainable finance or ESG.
• Good understanding of trends shaping the financial sector, including digitalisation, AI, regulation and sustainability.
• Experience with financial institutions, fintech firms, regulators or professional bodies is advantageous.
• Relevant certifications such as CFA, FRM, IBF or sustainability-related credentials are a bonus.