Deputy Director of International

FTE: 1.0 FTE (working 37 hours per week)

Salary: AM2 £73,453 - £78,798 pa

Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year

Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield 

The International Office provides an incredibly varied and passionate working environment, where no two days are the same. We are looking for a talented and proactive person who will provide high level insights, support and operational direction for the University of Hertfordshire’s internationalisation strategy, including effective partnership development and international student recruitment. 

Main duties and responsibilities

The Deputy Director will input and operationalise implementation of the university’s international recruitment and partnership strategy, whilst playing a key role in helping shape and deliver the university’s overall international strategic plan, In line with the university’s 2025 – 2030 Strategy, the Deputy Director will be integral in increasing the international student community and will explore new opportunities to push the internationalisation impact the university is making.

Skill and experience required

You will have a proven track record of delivering results in international higher education particularly in terms of international recruitment and partnerships. With a deep knowledge of global market issues, the post holder will have significant leadership experience within a complex environment and possess the ability to build credible and long term relationships with all University stakeholders, students and international partners. You will have the ability to be decisive, especially when under pressure. Outstanding presentation and networking skills are essential in addition to high-level ambassadorial and communication skills. 

Qualifications required

You will be educated to degree level or equivalent and have substantial relevant work experience.

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

We regret that we are unable to offer UKVI sponsorship for this post; applicants will either hold UK Right to Work, or demonstrate access to UK Right to Work, before an offer is made.

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: Sayaz Miah, Director of International, via Maria Currant m.currant@herts.ac.uk

Closing Date: 14 April 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed 

Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

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