OVERVIEW The International Development Manager at Cranfield University is a senior international education role focused on driving global engagement, recruitment growth, and strategic partnerships. Based in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, this position plays a central role in shaping and delivering international marketing and recruitment activity across priority markets. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on relationship management to support the University’s internationalisation ambitions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Shape and deliver international marketing, recruitment, and partnership strategies to grow international student numbers at Cranfield University. – Provide oversight of international agent networks to support recruitment objectives. – Identify potential international partnerships and conduct due diligence to ensure strategic alignment. – Represent Cranfield University in key international markets, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. – Contribute as a senior member of the International Team to the University’s broader internationalisation strategy. – Manage and maintain external relationships that support international recruitment and partnership development. – Support the achievement of international recruitment targets through coordinated strategic activity. REQUIREMENTS WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS International student recruitment and global partnerships are critical to the sustainability, reputation, and global impact of higher education institutions. This role directly influences Cranfield University’s ability to compete in international markets and to build meaningful, long-term relationships worldwide. By aligning recruitment activity with institutional strategy, the International Development Manager helps ensure international growth is purposeful, ethical, and strategically focused. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Demonstrate clear experience with international student recruitment, market development, or partnership work, using concrete examples that align with the responsibilities listed. – Highlight any involvement in international strategy development, especially where you have contributed to shaping or delivering institutional goals. – Emphasise relationship management skills, including work with agents, partners, or external stakeholders across different countries. – Show awareness of the strategic nature of senior international roles by linking operational activity to recruitment targets and institutional outcomes. – Tailor your application to Cranfield University by referencing its international ambitions and explaining how your background supports those priorities.