Job Opportunity: Head of International Recruitment at the University of Sheffield

Role Overview

The University of Sheffield is seeking a strategic and dynamic leader to join their team as the Head of International Recruitment. This pivotal role is crucial in shaping the University’s global recruitment strategy and driving its international presence. As the Head of International Recruitment, you will lead efforts to develop innovative approaches for attracting talented students from around the world, enhancing the institution’s diversity and contributing to its growth.

Your responsibilities will include spearheading the international recruitment strategy, leading a dedicated team to achieve ambitious targets, and ensuring the integration of global engagement across the University’s activities. You will play a key role in liaising with prospective international students, agents, and global partners, as well as advising internal stakeholders on best practices for attracting international talent.

Applying from an International Education Perspective

If you are applying from an international educational background, here are some tips to enhance your application:

1. Highlight Your International Experience: Emphasize your experience within global higher education settings, including any previous roles in international recruitment or engagement. Detail your understanding of diverse education systems and cross-cultural communication skills.

1. Demonstrate Strategic Vision: Share examples of how you have successfully developed and implemented international recruitment strategies in previous roles. Highlight how your strategic initiatives have led to increased student enrollment and institutional growth.

1. Showcase Leadership and Collaboration: Provide evidence of your leadership skills, particularly in building and managing high-performing teams. Discuss any collaborations with international partners and how these collaborations have resulted in successful recruitment outcomes.

1. Articulate Communication Skills: Since the role involves engaging with diverse stakeholders, showcase your ability to communicate effectively with various audiences. Provide examples of how you have used communication to influence and drive decision-making.

1. Illustrate Data-Driven Decision Making: Detail your proficiency in analyzing recruitment data to inform strategy development and enhance recruitment outcomes. Discuss how you have used data insights to optimize return on investment for recruitment activities.

1. Convey a Passion for International Education: Finally, express your passion for the field of international education and your commitment to enhancing the experiences of prospective students. Describe how you aim to make a lasting impact on the University’s global engagement initiatives.

This role is an excellent opportunity to lead the University of Sheffield’s international recruitment efforts, helping to shape the future of its global engagement strategy. If you possess the strategic thinking, leadership skills, and international recruitment expertise, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The application closing date is 27th April 2025