Global Liaison - AA Visiting School

Location: London – Bedford Square

Reports to: Head of Visiting School

Hours of work: Full-time; 35 hours Monday to Friday; 10am-6pm (in-person)

The AA is an independent architectural school and an international cultural institution that serves as a forum for ideas. Being a major Centre for debate, the AA offers an unparalleled public programme of lectures, symposia, and exhibitions, together with accompanying publications.

The Architectural Association was founded in 1847, opening as a day school in 1901. The AA is committed to public benefit attained by the learning, teaching, discussion and promotion of architecture. The School is recognised as a worldwide leader in architectural education, with graduates that include many of the world’s leading architects, scholars, critics and educators. The academic and professional programmes of study at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, up to and including doctoral level, are validated by external professional and academic bodies.

The AA campus is located in historic 18th century Bedford Square in London with a 350 acre woodland setting in Hooke Park in Dorset. The AA has an annual revenue of £18 million, a student body of 1000 students, 200 faculty, 90 staff, 6,500 members and thousands of visitors that come to engage with the most relevant debates in architecture today.

Role Overview:

The Visiting School Global Liaison is a creative, initiative-driven role with primary responsibility for the development of the AA’s international (and UK) engagement through AAVS programmes, partnerships, collaborations, funding, and dissemination. The Global Liaison works closely with the Head of the AA Visiting School (AAVS) to manage and develop all aspects of the Visiting School and oversees the VS Coordinator on administrative and operational matters.

The Global Liaison will manage Visiting School programme development, partnerships and collaborations with institutions, practices, brands, and other stakeholders expanding and strengthening global networks to support the Visiting School’s activities. The role is key to communicating the AA’s approach to global challenges, driving innovative approaches to change, and fostering global impact by connecting with international press, academic leaders, businesses, entrepreneurs, and policymakers.

Key to the role is the Global Liaison’s track record in developing and nurturing strategic relationships with academic and creative professionals, potential donors, sponsors, and funding bodies, which is essential to securing financial support for AAVS initiatives and to ensure the sustainability and expansion of its activities. Through targeted outreach and engagement with industry leaders, alumni, and global partners, the Global Liaison will strengthen the academic and financial foundation of the Visiting School, enabling it to continue delivering impactful educational experiences worldwide.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of staff benefits, including up to 40 days’ leave per annum, in addition to Bank Holiday, a defined pension scheme, season ticket loans and access to professional development opportunities.

You will also be able to take part and be involved in a creative and unique teaching environment, where the students display their amazing work with various on-site exhibitions, public programmes and lectures.

Our Bedford Square campus is based just a 5-minute walk from Tottenham Court Road station, right in the heart of Central London.

How to Apply:

Please email the below documents via the 'Apply' button above (E: recruitment@aaschool.ac.uk) by the closing date of 31st August 2025 stating the job title in the subject heading.

• AA Application Form
• Cover Letter / Email highlighting why you feel you are the right person for the role. This should be no more than two-pages
• Full CV

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interviews will be held the week commencing 15th September 2025.

Informal enquires should be addressed to recruitment@aaschool.ac.uk or 02078874049.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Please note that it will not be possible for the AA School to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for successful candidates. Therefore, the appointed candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK for the duration of their employment with the AA School, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Thank you for your interest in the AA and this role.