Position: International Partnerships Manager
Schedule: 1 full-time equivalent (37 hours per week), including evenings and weekends. International travel may be required for up to 2 weeks at a time.
Salary: UH8 £44,263 – £46,974 per annum, with potential to progress to £56,021 per annum through annual increments based on skills and experience.
Annual Leave: 30 days plus standard public holidays, with an additional 4 days during the office closure between Christmas and New Year.
Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield

We are seeking an experienced International Partnerships Manager to join our dynamic team in the International Office at the University of Hertfordshire. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the development, implementation, and enhancement of international partnerships as part of our university’s International Strategy.

Key responsibilities include operationalizing the university’s Transnational Education partnership strategies, providing professional support to partners and other stakeholders, and collaborating with international recruitment staff, quality assurance staff, academic schools, and external stakeholders to identify and develop business opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience working in international marketing or partnership environments, including the ability to identify market opportunities and evaluate their impact. They should also have a proven track record of developing partnerships from initial lead to implementation, as well as knowledge of Transnational Education (TNE) and/or commercial partnerships. Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to work efficiently under multiple deadlines are essential for this position.

Minimum qualification requirements include a degree or equivalent qualification at level 6, or substantial proven experience.

For a complete list of duties and essential criteria, please refer to the job description and person specification. Applicants must attach a personal statement clearly demonstrating how their skills and experience align with the Person Specification.

Please note that UKVI sponsorship is unavailable for this post. Applicants must either hold UK Right to Work or demonstrate access to UK Right to Work before an offer is made.

For informal inquiries or further information, please contact Jon Driver, Director of Global Partnerships, Global Experience and Study Abroad, at j.driver3@herts.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is February 22, 2024. Interviews will be held in the week commencing March 4, 2024.

At the University of Hertfordshire, we are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, and we strive to build a diverse community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, as we understand that there are various ways to meet the criteria outlined in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits, including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships, free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development opportunities, and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

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