Are you eager to embark on your next adventure in cultivating strategic International Partnerships? At Plymouth Global, our mission is to deliver exceptional education that significantly impacts local, national, and international communities. We strive to enrich and expand the University’s international TNE partnerships, aiming to grow and innovate both existing and new collaborations. Our ultimate goal is to prepare our students to thrive as global citizens.

In this pivotal role, you will be tasked with proactively identifying and nurturing new strategic international partnerships. These efforts will enhance and broaden our current international partnership network, while fostering relationships that are mutually beneficial and aligned with the University’s International Strategy.

We are seeking a driven, dynamic professional with experience in business development and creating international partnerships within the higher education sector. You should possess outstanding relationship management skills, a track record of engaging with both internal and external stakeholders at senior levels, and a strong focus on achieving financial outcomes.

Collaboration is key in this role, as you will work closely with both academic and professional services staff across the university, as well as external stakeholders. Candidates must be educated to degree level, or have equivalent work experience, and demonstrate innovative thinking and strong analytical skills.

You will join a team of International Partnership Managers who oversee partnerships across the globe. While this role is based in Plymouth, international travel is required.

Please note that this role necessitates travel to and work at various University sites and other business locations, which may not always be accessible via public transport. For further details, refer to the job description.

In your supporting statement, clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria related to knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience as outlined in the job description.

For an informal discussion, please reach out to Julie Swain by email at julie.swain@plymouth.ac.uk or by phone at 07847 896165. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, 30th October 2024.

This is a full-time, permanent position requiring 37 hours of work per week. We offer the flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week. Our competitive salary package includes a generous pension and holiday scheme, along with various other benefits and support mechanisms such as ongoing development opportunities, flexible working, staff networks, and enhanced family leave policies.

A summary of our extensive benefits can be viewed here. A relocation package may be available for the successful candidate, subject to conditions.

An external candidate hired for this position will be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. These employees will work alongside University colleagues to advance Plymouth’s strategic vision, adhering fully to the University’s HR policies and procedures unless otherwise specified.

The University of Plymouth is committed to inclusivity, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. To learn more about our inclusive community initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion webpages.

We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups at the University of Plymouth, including carers/parents, individuals with disabilities, ethnic minorities, LGBT individuals, and those from various socio-economic backgrounds