A unique career
A global outlook. A close-knit community. A place to make a difference.
At Richmond American University London, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are an international university with a distinctive mission: combining the breadth of a US liberal arts education with the focus of UK degree programmes, to prepare students to think critically, challenge assumptions, and work collaboratively in a complex world.
Working at Richmond means joining a passionate, diverse, and supportive community, united by a shared commitment to education, inclusion, and innovation.
A Welcome from Our President and Vice Chancellor
“Our mission is not just a statement for the website. It is lived every day through the dedication and talent of our people.”
Joining Richmond is a time for learning, discovery, and connection. We encourage all colleagues to immerse themselves in the life of the University, to share ideas openly, and to contribute to making Richmond a vibrant, welcoming, and innovative place to work and study.
We value openness, diversity, and collaboration, and we welcome colleagues who want to shape the future of the University alongside us.
- Professor Phil Deans
President and Vice Chancellor
Join us
At Richmond, you won’t just have a job - you’ll be part of a community that values ideas, collaboration, and impact.
If you are passionate about education, inclusion, and working in an international environment, we would love to hear from you.
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Perks & Benefits
Pay and Holidays
Salaries benchmarked against the Higher Education sector
All roles paid above the London Living Wage
Generous annual leave:
Professional Services: 25–29 days (service-related increases)
Academic Staff: 35 days
UK bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time roles)
Christmas and New Year closure period.
Pension
USS pension for Faculty
Standard Life pension for Professional Services
Salary sacrifice arrangements for tax and NI efficiency.
Health and Wellbeing
Occupational sick pay beyond statutory minimums
Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
Life Assurance (3x annual salary)
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Depending on role requirements, we offer:
Hybrid working arrangements
Part-time and job-share opportunities
Campus Perks
Award-winning campus with EnjoyWork at Chiswick Business Park
For roles based in Leeds, these are based at the Awarding winning conference centre Weetwood Hall
Free tea and coffee, on-site café and catering
Discounted gym membership
Secure cycle storage, showers, and wellbeing initiatives
Excellent public transport links.
Learning, Development and Career Progression
Opportunities include:
Mandatory and optional professional development via our online learning platform
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Access to lectures, talks, and academic events
Tuition fee waivers (subject to eligibility)
Transparent appraisal, promotion, and progression frameworks
We support colleagues to grow with us and to shape their careers over time.
Our Vision, Mission and Values
You can read more about us here.
Richmond in Numbers
- Staff Nationalities
- Years in Operation
- QS Stars
- Waste & Recycling @ EnjoyWork Chiswick Park
- Coffee cups recycled in 2025
- average percentage of waste recycled
Testimonials
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Richmond offers an exciting challenge with no two days the same and the breadth of experience a small higher education provider supplies is unparalleled.
Jaz Crocker
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Working at Richmond feels different to other institutions I've experienced. My expertise is genuinely valued, and colleagues treat me with respect and like the professional I am. Because it's a smaller institution, my input is welcomed and often leads to real change, in both big and small ways. My colleagues are warm and approachable, and I've been made it feel very welcome as I settled into the Richmond rhythm of things.
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