Regional Manager, Saudi Arabia – UK EFL at Oxford International Education Group

Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, Turkey -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Key Account Management, Market Analysis, Sales Strategy, Lead Generation, Revenue Forecasting, Arabic Fluency, English Fluency, International Student Recruitment, Stakeholder Collaboration, Product Positioning, KPI Monitoring

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Regional Manager, Saudi Arabia – UK EFL Application Deadline: 28 June 2026 Department: Sales Employment Type: Contract Location: Saudi Arabia Compensation: Competitive Description Job purpose Oxford International is a leading global provider of high-quality education, with over 30 years of experience empowering students on their academic journeys. We operate a network of accredited English language schools across the UK, Canada, the USA, and Australia, alongside digital institutes and pathway programmes into higher education. The Regional Manager for Saudi Arabia (UK EFL) is a pivotal role responsible for driving the commercial success and market growth of the EFL (English as a Foreign Language) business unit within the Saudi Arabia region. This individual will be the product and commercial expert for our UK language study products, developing and executing a strategic sales plan to meet and exceed regional revenue targets. The role encompasses business development and key account management in Saudi Arabia. Main Duties and Responsibilities Business Development & Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive regional business development and sales strategy for OIEG’s UK EFL products with a focus on Adult English opportunities Identify and target new business opportunities within the agent network, corporate clients, and direct-to-student channels. Conduct thorough market analysis to understand competitor activity, market trends, and customer needs to inform product positioning and strategy. Represent OIEG at key industry events, exhibitions, and agent workshops across Saudi Arabia. Sales & Revenue Delivery: Be ultimately responsible for achieving and exceeding regional sales targets and revenue goals for the UK EFL business unit. Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts (agents and partners), ensuring strong, productive relationships and maximizing conversion rates. Drive the entire sales cycle from initial lead generation to final conversion and enrolment. Provide expert product knowledge and sales support to the agent network and internal teams. Product & Market Expertise: Act as the in-region subject matter expert on the entire OIEG EFL product suite, including: Destinations: UK (London, Brighton, Oxford, Edinburgh) and Programmes: Year-Round Groups, Junior Programmes, Adult English etc. i.e. the full EFL portfolio. Effectively communicate the unique selling propositions (USPs) of each school and programme, tailoring the message to the Saudi Arabia market. Leadership & Collaboration: Work closely with the Marketing team to develop and localize marketing collateral, campaigns, and digital strategies tailored for the Saudi Arabia audience. Liaise with products, admissions and operations teams at global destinations to ensure a smooth student journey from enquiry to arrival. Reporting & Analysis: Provide regular, accurate sales forecasts and performance reports to the Regional Director for Middle East & Central Asia. Work closely with Head of Language Sales, UK for market development Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and market data to measure effectiveness and adjust strategies accordingly. Manage the budget for business development activities. Person Specifications Legal status Eligibility to live and work in Saudi Arabia Undergo an Enhanced DBS disclosure check or overseas equivalent. Qualifications Bachelor graduates Experience and knowledge Experience of working within international student recruitment within Saudi Arabia Candidates in being a study abroad agent are welcomed. Overseas higher education background (UK preferable) Having a EFL agents’ network connections will be an advantage. Skills and abilities Fluent in Arabic Fluent in English Personal Qualities Enthusiastic Sales and target driven Strong team player Flexible approach to work Disclaimer This job description is provided as a guide to the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive description of duties and responsibilities and may be subject to periodic revision. Oxford International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Recruitment checks, including checks with past employees, are undertaken in accordance with our Recruitment and Selection policy. Oxford International is an equal opportunity employer. Every applicant and employee has the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible.

Responsibilities

Drive commercial success and market growth for UK EFL products in Saudi Arabia through strategic sales planning and business development. Manage key agent accounts and corporate clients to meet and exceed regional revenue targets.