International Student Recruitment Manager

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The university

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.

The team

We are seeking an experienced International Student Recruitment Manager to join our international student recruitment team.  This role is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is enthusiastic about international student recruitment and has a strong desire to make a positive impact. The team is responsible for the delivery of the University’s international student recruitment plans, including activities to attract qualified international students to study at our university, the management of our global network of education agents, sponsors and partners, and market insights.   

The role

This role is responsible for leading student recruitment activities across the regions of North America, Europe, the Middle East and International UK, as part of the wider University’s international strategy. The postholder will lead on the identification, strategic development and delivery of recruitment activities across emerging and diversification markets, working closely with academic staff and international partners, including education agents.

You’ll have experience of managing complex projects, budgets and operational reporting, and of meeting targets. You’ll be required to travel within the UK and overseas, working at times outside of core office hours. This role is based in Glasgow, Scotland and may include the line-management of staff based both in Glasgow and in-market.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level or equivalent experience and have experience of working in Higher Education.  A strong understanding of the international student recruitment cycle and the specific opportunities and challenges associated with North America, Europe, the Middle East and International UK recruitment is essential.  You will be able to demonstrate success in developing recruitment markets, managing stakeholder relationships and delivering against student recruitment targets.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in pipeline management, preferably related to the student journey, and a good understanding of challenges and opportunities of international recruitment in Higher Education institutions.  Exceptional client relationship management and customer services skills are required, along with experience of operating internationally with strong cultural awareness.

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).