International Partnership Manager (1.0FTE/open ended)

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Glasgow Caledonian – the largest and leading modern university in Scotland - is a vibrant, values-led university with campuses in the heart of Glasgow and London. We are a university where everyone belongs, and where students are encouraged to grow, contribute and make a positive difference.

We are a UK top 50 university according to the Times and Sunday Times Guide 2027 and Scotland's top ranked modern in the Daily Mail University Guide 2027.  
 

With a wide range of professionally accredited courses and links with over 300 industry partners, 90% of our graduates are in employment and/or further study within 15 months, outperforming the sector average - with 76% of graduates in highly skilled occupations (HESA 2026). We are Scotland’s leading provider of Graduate Apprenticeships.

We are one of Scotland’s leading universities for supporting learners from the country’s most underrepresented communities, and work closely with graduates and supporters to keep our global alumni community connected. Our modern campuses support 20,000 students from 105 countries, and we are ranked first in Scotland for sustainability in the most recent People and Planet league table (2025).  
 

Our research is addressing many of today’s biggest global challenges. We are unsurpassed by any other Scottish modern university for the level of research (72%) considered to be world leading or internationally excellent, and our health research is surpassed only by King’s College London for outstanding impact (REF2021).
 

Guided by our values – integrity, responsibility, creativity and confidence - we transform the lives of the people and communities we serve.

We are seeking an exceptional International Partnership Manager, based at Glasgow Caledonian University Glasgow Campus, to play a pivotal role in the success and growth of our Transnational Education (TNE) partnerships in China. Reporting to the Head of Transnational Education, you will be at the heart of delivering the University's internationalisation strategy, ensuring our partnerships operate effectively, remain compliant, and continue to provide an outstanding experience for students and partner institutions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised, relationship-focused professional who thrives in an international environment and is motivated by making a tangible impact across borders.

As International Partnership Manager, you will take responsibility for the operational leadership and ongoing enhancement of GCU's partnerships in China. Acting as the key point of contact for partner institutions, you will build strong strategic relationships, oversee partnership performance, manage complex issues, and support the delivery of high-quality educational experiences.

Working across academic and professional services teams, you will coordinate a diverse portfolio of activities including partnership governance, performance monitoring, compliance, reporting, international travel arrangements, stakeholder engagement, the continuous improvement of operational processes and support the delivery of student recruitment and outreach activities.

You will also contribute to the future development and sustainability of our international partnership portfolio, helping ensure GCU remains a trusted and respected partner in an increasingly competitive global higher education landscape. 

We are looking for an experienced professional with:

• A degree or equivalent experience within the Higher Education sector.
• Fluency in both English and Mandarin.
• A successful track record in partnership management, ideally within higher education or an international environment.
• Outstanding stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical, project management and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Experience working effectively across cultures, organisations and time zones.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Experience of the Chinese higher education sector, including experience of working with the Chinese Ministry of Education (MoE) and Chinese Service Centre for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) processes.

The role will require international travel, including regular engagement with partners in China, providing the opportunity the contribute directly to the continued growth and success of GCU’s international and transnational education ambitions.

If you would like further information about the post please contact Angela Miller, Head of Transnational Education at Angela.Miller@gcu.ac.uk or on 0141 331 3468.

As the University for the Common Good, we are committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as our values in everything that we do.  As such, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who demonstrate the GCU Values.

Glasgow Caledonian University is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process that is free from bias so that we can attract and retain a high performing workforce which makes a critical contribution to our success​.

The University holds the prestigious Athena Swan Silver institution award, which recognises our significant record of activity and achievement in promoting gender equality across

different disciplines.

The University holds the Race Equality Charter Bronze award, in recognition of our work to combat racism and support race equality.

As a Disability Confident 'Committed' employer, we are striving to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people. Although the Disability Confident 'Committed' level does not guarantee an interview for disabled applicants, we will make reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants during the recruitment process.

The University also holds the ‘Carer Positive Established’ employer award, which recognises our commitment to supporting staff with caring responsibilities.

Glasgow Caledonian University are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant. 

The University offers a range of benefits including opportunities for professional development, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme and onsite childcare facilities.

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception).