At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead partnerships with schools and colleges to boost student recruitment and engagement.
- Company: Join the University of East London, a diverse and inclusive institution.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday, hybrid working, and great discounts.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while shaping the future of education.
- Qualifications: Experience in recruitment or partnerships within the UK education sector is essential.
The predicted salary is between 39824 - 45281 £ per year.
Salary: £39,824 to £45,281 per annum inclusive of London Weighting
Location: Docklands Campus
Post Type: Full Time, Permanent
Closing Date: Wednesday 15 July 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 05 August 2026
Reference: 039S2026
Job Purpose
The Lead Partnership Officer is responsible for developing, managing and growing strategic partnerships with schools, colleges and educational organisations that support the University of East London’s student recruitment, access and participation, and institutional growth objectives.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver a programme of recruitment‑focused engagement activity that promotes UEL’s Careers First proposition and supports prospective students throughout their decision‑making journey.
- Support the University’s Access and Participation Plan commitments and primary focus on developing strategic recruitment partnerships and student pipeline growth.
- Collaborate across Recruitment, Marketing, Admissions, Academic Schools, Student Ambassadors and Outreach colleagues.
- Develop sustainable recruitment pipelines, strengthen progression pathways and increase applications, offers and enrolments from priority schools and colleges.
- Use data and insight to identify opportunities, evaluate impact and inform decision‑making.
Qualifications
- Experience in recruitment, outreach, schools liaison or partnership within the UK education sector.
- Proven track record of building successful relationships with schools, colleges and educational stakeholders.
- Confidence engaging with students, teachers, careers advisers and senior leadership teams.
- Commercial awareness of how partnership activity can contribute to student recruitment objectives.
- Digital confidence and experience delivering both face‑to‑face and virtual engagement activity.
- Strong data‑driven approach to decision‑making.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 20% pension (4% employee contribution, 16% employer)
- 25 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working, flexible work arrangements
- Subsidised gym membership
- 3 times base salary life assurance
- Cashback healthcare scheme
- Discounts on Apple, Samsung, holidays, clothing, fitness, lifestyle and dining.
Equal Opportunities
The University is an inclusive, equal‑opportunities employer. We are proud of our Stonewall membership, Athena Swan awards and ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Contact Information
Phone: x 4600
Email: CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.
