OVERVIEW The Head of Global Experiences & Operations is a senior, high-impact leadership role at Imperial College London, focused on shaping and delivering a world-class global student experience. Based within Imperial Business School, the position oversees a diverse portfolio of international immersions, study tours, and global partnerships. The role combines strategic vision with operational leadership to ensure programmes are innovative, academically rigorous, and delivered safely at scale. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Lead Imperial Business School’s global experiences portfolio, including international immersions, study tours, and partnerships – Shape and deliver the global student experience across a range of international programmes – Oversee the planning and delivery of innovative and academically rigorous global programmes – Manage risk and travel considerations associated with international activities – Oversee budgets related to global experiences and operations – Manage student application processes for global programmes – Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships – Enhance the School’s global profile through international engagement and partnerships REQUIREMENTS WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Global experiences are a defining element of contemporary business education, helping students develop intercultural competence, global awareness, and practical insight into international markets. This role plays a critical part in ensuring those experiences are not only inspiring but also safe, well-governed, and aligned with academic goals. By strengthening partnerships and delivering high-quality programmes, the role directly supports the institution’s global reputation and student outcomes. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Clearly demonstrate experience leading complex international or global programmes, particularly those involving student mobility or partnerships – Highlight examples of managing risk, budgets, and operational processes in an international education context – Show how you have built and sustained effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners – Emphasise strategic thinking alongside hands-on operational delivery – Align your application with the institution’s global mission and commitment to high-quality student experiences