OVERVIEW The Senior Partnerships Director – Higher Education (UKI) is a senior-level role focused on partnerships within the higher education sector across the United Kingdom and Ireland. The position is associated with Studyportals and was advertised via the EAIE Job Board. The role title and regional scope indicate a leadership position with responsibility for managing and developing institutional relationships in a mature and competitive international education market. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES REQUIREMENTS WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Senior partnership roles in higher education play a critical part in connecting institutions with platforms, services, and networks that support student recruitment and international visibility. In the UK and Ireland, where institutions operate in a highly internationalized and regulated environment, effective partnership leadership can directly influence institutional reach and sustainability. This type of role also helps align institutional priorities with broader trends in global student mobility and digital engagement. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Carefully review any full job description provided by the employer to understand how the partnership focus is defined across the UK and Ireland markets. – Be prepared to clearly articulate your experience working with higher education institutions, particularly in a regional or multi-country context. – Highlight evidence of senior-level stakeholder management, even if your previous roles used different job titles. – Research Studyportals’ mission, products, and position in the international education ecosystem to demonstrate informed motivation. – Use concrete examples in your application that show how you have built, maintained, or scaled strategic partnerships over time.