At a Glance
- Tasks: Create unforgettable global experiences for students through overseas modules and exchanges.
- Company: Join Imperial College London, a top-tier university making a real-world impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 43 days of annual leave, and flexible working options.
- Other info: This is a fixed-term role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a diverse team shaping the future of student life globally.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and student mobility is essential.
The predicted salary is between 48246 - 58318 £ per year.
About the role
Are you passionate about hands-on, experiential learning opportunities for students? The Student Life Manager (Global) will enable our talented and diverse student community to have an outstanding global student experience by making connections across cultures and borders through overseas modules, student exchanges, and engaging with the global Imperial community. The Careers & Student Life team enables Imperial Business School students to have an outstanding student experience on-campus and overseas through engaging Imperial expertise, have ongoing career success, become strong leaders at Imperial and in their organisations, and have a positive impact on society.
What you would be doing
The Student Life Manager is key in providing the best possible experience to our students, on campus and globally. You will develop and deliver overseas modules for Imperial Business School students, manage working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, oversee the delivery of incoming and outgoing student exchanges, and implement new initiatives. You will line manage the Careers & Student Life Administrator, as well as temporary staff and trip delivery teams. The postholder will be expected to work on evenings and weekends to support team initiatives and will also be expected to travel overseas to support and lead part of the international experience modules.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a can-do candidate who has a multi-faceted operations background. You will have experience in:
- Project management, ideally in travel and/or events
- Student mobility and/or student exchanges with partner universities
- Exemplary communication and organisational skills
- Stakeholder management (internal and external)
- Comprehensive (or commensurate experience in) hands-on, personalised customer service
- Working in a multicultural environment
- A fast-paced, agile, and adaptive delivery environment
What we can offer you
- The opportunity to develop and deliver overseas modules, including travel around the world
- Leading on exchange delivery in the Business School
- Expanding your network within Imperial and with our partner universities and organisations
- To hone line management and leadership skills
- The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
- Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
- Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
This is a Full Time and Fixed Term maternity cover contract for 12 months and is open for secondment opportunities. This is a temporary appointment to cover the duties of a member of staff whilst they are on maternity leave. The fixed term tenure given above may change should the member of staff exercise their right to return to work earlier or delay their return to work.
About Imperial
Welcome to Imperial, a global top-ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact. Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact. As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network. This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.
Our Culture
We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. Our values are at the root of everything we do, and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
Student Life Manager (Global) in London employer: SONICOM
Imperial College London is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation within its International Relations Office. Employees benefit from a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to engage with diverse global stakeholders, making it a rewarding place to contribute to impactful international initiatives.
