Senior International Officer at Edinburgh Napier University

We are seeking a Senior International Officer to join our dedicated International Recruitment Team. This role involves supporting the implementation of the University’s internationalization and student recruitment strategies, enhancing the student journey both in Edinburgh and through our global partnerships.

Our International Recruitment Team is primarily tasked with promoting the University overseas and executing the International Recruitment Strategy across eight distinct regions: Africa, the Americas and Caribbean, Asia Pacific and Oceania, China, Europe and Eurasia, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), South Asia, and Southeast Asia. The department collaborates closely with various stakeholders to enhance student recruitment from target markets for all levels of study.

### Our Competitive Benefits Package

At Edinburgh Napier University (ENU), we foster a supportive work environment that values ambition and recognizes achievements. We offer an attractive benefits package, including:

– A minimum of 41 days of annual leave (inclusive of 10 fixed holidays).
– A substantial pension plan with an employer contribution rate of 17.6%.
– A 35-hour work week.
– Annual pay raises based on national agreements.
– A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
– Access to our benefits platform, Vivup, offering substantial discounts across major UK retailers, healthcare discounts, and a Cycle to Work scheme.
– Discounted rates for access to on-site and local gym facilities.

### Role Overview

The Senior International Officer will specifically concentrate on the Americas and Europe regions, collaborating with an International Partnership Manager within a regional team to achieve international student recruitment goals across various geographic areas. This officer will represent the University internationally, establishing and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders crucial to the recruitment process, including educational agents, partner institutions, high schools, and government agencies. The role also involves leading various projects within the team and potentially overseeing broader Directorate and University projects as required.

### Ideal Candidate Profile

– Proven experience in international student recruitment.
– Background in marketing and/or sales.
– Strong ability to build effective relationships and develop a network of contacts.
– Willingness and ability to travel overseas and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
– Excellent interpersonal skills and team player attributes, capable of engaging successfully with colleagues, students, and external contacts.

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### Additional Information

– **Salary:** £36,924 – £45,163
– **Application Deadline:** 19th January

There may be opportunities for the University to sponsor international candidates for this position, subject to specific criteria. For more information on salary requirements for visas, please visit [gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa). For further inquiries regarding individual circumstances, please contact recruitment@napier.ac.uk.

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