Head of International Office

at  University of East London

UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.
But we can’t achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

ABOUT US

We have built an External Relations Directorate that has brought together an integrated Communications & Engagement and Student Recruitment & Marketing service. The Directorate is made up of several teams including Communications & Engagement, Marketing, Recruitment and Conversion, Outreach and Access, Design and Digital, Events and Advancement, and the International Office.
We are looking for team members who will be part of embedding an innovative practice and a digital first mindset within our External Relations Directorate. We seek individuals who not only enjoy working in an agile environment but also demonstrate a willingness to embrace new technology and transformational change. Together, we aim to cultivate a culture of ‘continuous new’, staying updated with emerging technologies and best practice across the sector.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking an experienced Head of International to lead the international office at UEL, reporting to the Director of Recruitment and Admissions. Leading a globally dispersed team you will be responsible for the identification and development of the international student recruitment strategy, partnerships, business relations and opportunities in support of the University’s internationalisation objectives. Your primary focus will be on the recruitment of students from key markets to ensure that UEL meets its objectives and targets in terms of recruitment and enrolment for its London campuses.

You will have demonstratable leadership experience in international student recruitment within the UK Higher education sector. Key responsibilities include:

• The development and implementation of the international strategy including recruitment, ensuring integration with UEL Corporate objectives.
• Lead on the partnership and stakeholder strategy with the University’s international pathway provider.
• To manage, oversee and support the international team in planning and undertaking recruitment missions that will include recruitment fairs, schools and college visits, alumni events and other events that will lead to successful student recruitment.
• To keep up to date with relevant legislation and best practice across the sector and disseminate to internal and external stakeholders as relevant.
• To be responsible for the development and oversight of delegated service budgets and staffing, ensuring transparency, accountability and value for money.
• To input into and collaborate with International Compliance, International Admissions, Student Records, the Hub and School staff, to ensure compatibility of procedures and a shared understanding of Tier 4 and other immigration requirements.
• To manage the international team and provide relevant senior management support with the development and engagement of agent networks.

• The development and implementation of the international strategy including recruitment, ensuring integration with UEL Corporate objectives.
• Lead on the partnership and stakeholder strategy with the University’s international pathway provider.
• To manage, oversee and support the international team in planning and undertaking recruitment missions that will include recruitment fairs, schools and college visits, alumni events and other events that will lead to successful student recruitment.
• To keep up to date with relevant legislation and best practice across the sector and disseminate to internal and external stakeholders as relevant.
• To be responsible for the development and oversight of delegated service budgets and staffing, ensuring transparency, accountability and value for money.
• To input into and collaborate with International Compliance, International Admissions, Student Records, the Hub and School staff, to ensure compatibility of procedures and a shared understanding of Tier 4 and other immigration requirements.
• To manage the international team and provide relevant senior management support with the development and engagement of agent networks