Associate Director, Development and Alumni Relations

Full time/Fixed term - 1 year

Potential for contract extension based on performance and business needs

About the Role

This new role comes at a critical moment in Nottingham Trent University’s journey, with the commencement of our new Vice-Chancellor and the impending evolution of our University Strategy. In this position, you will work closely with our executive team to define the University’s fundraising and alumni priorities and approach for the future. This will involve close consultations with the most senior leaders across the University and the subsequent development of pragmatic and effective strategies to fundraise and engage and leverage our 250,000+ alumni around the world.

As a seasoned fundraising professional, you know what world-class fundraising and alumni relations practices look like and are comfortable training and embedding these across a team. Experienced at fostering a culture of innovation and excellence, you are a team player who is adept at leading in a complex organisation.

With your track record for securing major gifts, you have led the implementation of end-to-end plans for philanthropy, delivering impactful results to the organisation. In refreshing our approach to alumni relations, you will create innovative and sustainable methods of engagement with our global alumni to build genuine two-way relationships that both strengthen the University’s brand and our fundraising outcomes.

This post is initially being recruited to for a 12-month period but there may be potential for employment beyond this timeframe.

For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.

Interview date: Thursday 13th November 2025

About Us

Our award-winning Department of Communications, Alumni Relations, Marketing and Student Recruitment (CAMS) is responsible for engaging with key audiences including prospective students to support NTU’s student recruitment targets and driving forward NTU’s reputation and brand. CAMS comprises admissions, applicant engagement, student recruitment events and outreach, international student recruitment, marketing and campaigns, content management, creative services, social media, web and digital, public relations and internal and external communications.

If you have a passion for student recruitment, marketing and communications and a drive to make a real difference, CAMS at NTU could be the perfect place for you. In return, we offer you a culture of positivity, encouragement and mutual support. The senior leadership team are committed to nurturing talent and helping people reach their full potential. But most of all, we believe in change and growth; in daring to do things differently.

For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Chrissa Beaumont (Director of Communications, Alumni Relations, Marketing & Student Recruitment) at chrissa.beaumont@ntu.ac.uk

Join Us

• Hybrid working - we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home. You're empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.
• Flexibility - take ownership over how you get your work done. We're open to different working patterns and approaches.
• 35 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata.
• Annual Health Insurance or Private Medical Insurance
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Range of health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
• Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• And a whole lot more…Find out more about the range of benefits we offer.

Come and be part of our success. Apply today.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Whilst this role is currently eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position, or for more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.