International Student Recruitment Manager (Maternity Cover)

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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. With a strong commitment to high quality education and research which supports the communities we serve, we have strong partnerships with employers to ensure our students get the careers they dream of and deserve.

In 2023 we rocketed into the top 40 universities in the UK in the highly regarded Guardian University Guide, were ranked the UK’s 2nd top performing modern university in the inaugural Daily Mail guide, and entered the top highly coveted 50 UK universities in the 2024 Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide for the first time. We are the top performing modern University in Scotland in all three guides. We are the only Scottish university with EcoCampus Platinum accreditation and were ranked second in Scotland for sustainability in the most recent People and Planet league table.

With a wide range of professionally accredited courses and links with over 300 industry partners, we have the highest proportion of undergraduate level graduates in highly skilled occupations (83%) compared to other Scottish modern universities - with 91% of our students in employment or further study within fifteen months of graduating (HESA 2023). We are Scotland’s leading provider of Graduate Apprenticeships and we have transnational partnerships around the world, supporting more than 22,000 students from nearly 120 countries.  We are committed to widening participation, helping more people from diverse backgrounds into university.

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

We are seeking an experienced International Student Recruitment Manager to join our international student recruitment team for a fixed term period to provide maternity cover.  This role is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about international student recruitment and has a strong desire to make a positive impact.   Based within the Directorate of Future Students, Marketing and Communications, 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.   

This role is dedicated to recruiting students to the Unviersity from the South Asia region, as part of the wider University’s international strategy. You’ll lead on strategic planning and delivery of recruitment activities and initiatives in the South Asian region, working with academic staff and education agents.  You’ll have experience of manging 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 includes the line-management of staff based in-country.

 

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level or equivalent experience, and have experience of working in Higher Education.  An informed understanding of the international recruitment cycle is crucial for this role, as is the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and education agents, demonstrating collaboration and negotiation skills. 

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.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Alyssa Phillips at Alyssa.Phillips@gcu.ac.uk

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.

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 ‘Engaged’ 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).