Deputy Head of Global Partnerships and Student Recruitment

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university

Salary from £53,204 to £61,301 with potential to progress to £68,119 pa inclusive of London allowance

If you have a proven track record of building successful institutional partnerships globally and leading impactful student recruitment plans that deliver results, this is the role for you. We’re offering the opportunity to be part of an ambitious team, and to contribute significantly to the international strategy of LSE’s Extended Education programmes.  

As Deputy Head of Global Partnerships and Student Recruitment, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of the international student recruitment and partnerships strategy for the LSE Summer School and contribute to partnership plans for the Global Programmes. You will work closely with the Associate Director of Marketing and Recruitment and collaborate effectively with the Head of Programme Delivery and business development team to deliver on ambitious growth targets.

The position requires a self-starter with excellent organisation and stakeholder management skills. You will be an effective communicator who possess the strategic skills to audit and shape our global partnerships approach, have the creativity to drive new student recruitment plans and initiatives, and the analytical skills to evaluate the success of the strategies employed.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with the tenacity and drive to support our Unit’s ambitious goals. Candidates should be able to demonstrate the following key attributes:z

• Extensive experience of working with global partners and delivering on student recruitment plans
• The strategic skillset to identify and drive new initiatives that deliver impact and support overall business objectives
• Possess an appreciation of the factors that affect international education, with the ability to scan markets and competitor activities, report findings and make recommendations
• The ability to present data and performance reports clearly and succinctly
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

The Extended Education division is a highly successful and commercially focused division. The courses, degrees and diplomas we offer across this diverse and dynamic portfolio provide a significant revenue source for the school, generating critical funds to invest in LSE’s world-leading teaching and research.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave and excellent training and development opportunities. This role is based on our central London campus.

For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.

If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email Lisa Lind Havdahl (l.l.havdahl@lse.ac.uk).

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 20 July 2025 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

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