University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit a Director of International Recruitment

Your Responsibilities

The Director of International Recruitment has lead responsibility for the development and execution of policy and plans to meet UNNC’s international student recruitment objectives and targets. The role holder will drive innovative recruitment strategies across key geographies and markets, and work collaboratively with colleagues across UNNC and University of Nottingham’s other campuses.  The Director will be expected to ensure that the team is successful in meeting internal and external requirements. The Director of International Recruitment will also support the development of strategic alliances, university partnerships, and collaborations to secure sustainable flows of international students.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Lead on defining UNNC’s strategic and operational goals for international student recruitment.
• Design and execute recruitment strategies aligned with UNNC’s recruitment strategy, ensuring alignment with global education trends.
• Develop annual international student recruitment plans, timelines, and workflows to meet UNNC’s enrollment targets.
• Lead the international recruitment team, fostering operational efficiency, professional growth, and accountability.
• Oversee the development and management of the University’s international education agent network, including but not limited to the development of agent incentive packages.
• Represent the University overseas in a senior capacity with external stakeholders, e.g. giving talks and presentations.
• Partnership with internal stakeholders (e.g., faculties, admissions, marketing) and external stakeholders (e.g., agents, high schools, educational partners) to optimize recruitment activities.
• Horizon scan, monitor global market trends, competitor strategies, and geopolitical factors impacting student preferences and mobility.

About You

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline;
• At least 8 years’ experience in student recruitment and admissions within the Higher Education Sector;
• A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of higher education from an international perspective;
• Proven ability to effectively manage staff from a range of backgrounds who are required to deliver high quality, professional, and timely services;
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills, including skills in project planning, data, management and evaluation;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and strong interpersonal skills;
• Sound understanding of recruitment and admission related policy and regulation.

About Us

Join a unique British University in China.  The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. Located in Ningbo, this award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of nearly 10,000 in just 21 years.

Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support 

This is a regular post that you will be offered a fixed term contract initially of 3 years with a probation of 6 months with University of Nottingham Ningbo China. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential.

How to Apply

Applicants should apply via our on-line application system before 18 May 2025. Only on-line applications made at (https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/184132) will be accepted. Referees will be contacted prior to interview and interviews will take place in Ningbo China.

Enquiries

If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact Recruitment Team, Email: Job@nottingham.edu.cn

Equality and Diversity 

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportively learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age*, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.

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