Global Partnerships Officer

Join the International Recruitment and Partnerships team at the University of York during a period of ambitious global expansion. This fast‑paced, results‑driven environment focuses on delivering international student enrolment growth through high‑impact partnerships. The Global Partnerships Officer will lead on developing and managing a varied portfolio of international partnerships, with a strong focus on delivering enrolment growth and revenue outcomes. The postholder will proactively identify, analyse and convert new partnership opportunities, ensuring a robust pipeline of suitable prospects while driving performance across the existing partnership portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of international articulation, progression and teaching partnerships.
• Analyse and convert new partnership opportunities, maintaining a robust pipeline.
• Collaborate closely with academic and professional service colleagues and engage with senior stakeholders.
• Represent the University at key engagements in the UK and overseas.
• Deliver compelling partnership proposals and business cases aligned to institutional targets.

Qualifications & skills

• Proven experience of successfully developing and managing international articulation, progression and teaching partnerships.
• Ability to develop expert knowledge in strategic regions for University partnerships activity.
• Experience of relationship or account management.
• Confidence in engaging with senior academic stakeholders.
• Strong business development skills with the ability to identify and convert new opportunities.
• Willingness and ability to work outside core office hours when required.
• Ability to undertake domestic and international business travel.

The University values diversity and inclusiveness and encourages applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University. Family‑friendly, flexible working arrangements and inclusive facilities are available to support staff. As a Disability Confidence employer, the University will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum (essential) criteria for this position will be offered an interview.

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