Global Development Advisor in Exeter

This full-time post is available from March 2027 on a fixed term basis till March 2028 to cover maternity. Applications for secondments will be considered subject to agreement from your current line manager. This vacancy is open to internal candidates only.

Salary will be £33,951 per annum on Grade E subject to knowledge, skills and experience.

The Role

The Global Development Advisorwill be part of the Global Opportunities team and provide dedicated support to Professional Services, Faculty and external Partners on matters relating to Global Opportunities across a range of activities and programmes.

The post-holder will work both independently and collaboratively as part of the Global Development Advisors and wider team, to enhance the student experience across the full range of Global Opportunity activities. This includes supporting the Study Abroad programmes, imparting specialist knowledge, advice and guidance to stakeholders, engaging with Faculties, supporting grade conversion processes, using data to inform policy review and undertaking other activities related to Global Opportunities to support the achievement of University-level targets set by the Global Opportunities Senior Leadership Team.

About You

We are looking for someone with excellent organisation and planning skills who is able to problem solve, work independently, and communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, and is adaptive to change in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate will also have experience of university administration systems and processes.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

For further information about this role please contact Global Opportunities Partnerships Manager Clare Crick on [email protected]

We are committed to understanding different cultures and perspectives, supporting diverse leadership, and striving for social justice. We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. Our inclusive, merit based recruitment processes seek to embrace a diverse set of experiences to ensure colleagues feel supported equitably. With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, we foster a culture where everyone can thrive.

You can read more about our current accreditations and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here, including our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.

Why our colleagues love working here

• Flexible working opportunities and leading parental leave initiatives
• Generous annual leave (39-41 days including bank holidays)
• Competitive pension contributions
• A genuine dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of all colleagues – see initiatives here
• Sustainability and the environment being at the heart of what we do

How we can help

If you’re considering applying and need support to do so, please get in touch with us at [email protected]. You can request reasonable adjustments within your application or by contacting us. You can also choose to be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme and find out here how this is managed during our recruitment and onboarding process.