Associate Director - TNE

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

The role

We're looking for senior leader to provide strategic leadership for the development, management and quality assurance of the University of Surrey' s international partnerships and branch campuses. The role leads cross-University teams to identify, evaluate and deliver new partnerships and programmes; oversees financial and contractual negotiations; ensures regulatory compliance and academic excellence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Translate University strategy (incl. Vision 2041) into practical, achievable international partnership delivery plans with clear milestones, risks and KPIs.
• Seek, assess and develop new strategic partnerships; manage and enhance existing partnerships through robust relationship management, performance reviews and improvement plans.
• Direct cross-functional delivery teams (Faculties, Registry/QA, Legal, Finance, International Engagement/Global Partnerships, Marketing & Communications) to
• Build and steward strategic alliances in Europe, Middle East and Asia; represent the University at senior level in forums, networks and partner meetings; deputise for the Director of TNE (incl. Global Engagement & Partnerships) as required.
• Provide leadership to matrixed project teams; clarify roles, decision rights and escalation paths across professional services and Faculties.

About you

You should have a deep understanding of Transnational Education, global higher education trends, knowledge of diverse international markets, and a global perspective on education. Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and awareness, with experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures are essential.

What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.  

Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life, superb working facilities, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, Surrey has plenty to offer colleagues and students alike.

In addition we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Market leading Pension
• Up to 40 DAYS Holiday: 25 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays
• Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare
• Access to world class on site leisure facilities at discounted rates

How to apply

Application is via a CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, made via the University of Surrey jobs page. Informal enquiries should be made to Eduarda Modelli Cualhete via e.modellicualhete@surrey.ac.uk .

The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities

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