Head of International Student Recruitment

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.

Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.

As part of the senior leadership team within the Marketing and Student Recruitment Directorate, the Head of International Student Recruitment will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering the BNU’s International Strategy and data-driven market specific plans. There will be an immediate focus on expanding new markets and growing international student numbers across the University’s portfolio of career focussed undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

In addition to being a strong leader, you will have an entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to identify new opportunities and a track record of success in achieving HE recruitment targets across multiple international markets. You’ll possess excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, allowing you to build and maintain relationships with international agents and key stakeholders. The ability to translate complex demographic information into actionable strategies, and a deep understanding of UKVI compliance metrics are all essential for this role.

If you are looking for a new challenge where you can make a real impact on international student recruitment, we’d love to hear from you.

What we offer:

• a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers.

If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

All applications are to be made in full and online.

BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.

Closing Date: 06 December 2024

Interview Date: w/c 16 December 2024

If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process.The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.

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