Head of Global Industry

University of Oxford - Saïd Business School

Location:	Oxford
Salary:	£56,623 to £65,336 Grade 9 / including Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On:	2nd April 2026
Closes:	15th April 2026
Job Ref:	185361

Saïd Business School is seeking an exceptional Head of Global Industry to lead employer engagement and career development strategy across a diverse portfolio of global industries.

Reporting to the Director of Career Development, this senior role is central to strengthening the School’s relationships with leading global employers, enhancing student career outcomes and positioning Oxford as a top talent destination for industry.

You will work at the intersection of business development, talent strategy and education—building partnerships with world-class organisations while shaping the future careers of our students and alumni.

Key responsibilities:

Lead and grow strategic relationships with global employers across sectors such as Technology, Consumer, FMCG, Energy, Healthcare and Industrials.
Facilitate employer access to Oxford talent through events, job postings and engagement initiatives.
Co-design and deliver innovative career development programmes aligned with market needs.
Deliver workshops, presentations and one-to-one coaching to postgraduate students and alumni.
Lead and develop a high-performing team of Employer Engagement Managers, Career Coaches and a Business Development Executive.

You will bring strong business development experience gained within a business school, university or commercial environment, alongside a solid understanding of key global industries and graduate recruitment practices. You will have experience in career coaching, talent development or recruitment, with the ability to design and deliver impactful programmes for individuals and groups. The role requires proven experience working within or leading teams, strong project management capabilities and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Further information on this role can be found in the job description.

At Saïd Business School we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to our team. Join us to build a brighter, more equitable future, where we celebrate diversity, advance equity, and nurture inclusion across everything we do.

We offer very generous benefits, some of which are:

Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays
Hybrid working
Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme
Discounted bus travel
Subsidised onsite catering
Cycle loan scheme
Plus, many other University benefits

All applications must include a CV, Supporting Statement/Cover Letter and Current Salary.

For further guidance and support, please visit https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 12.00 noon. Please note, this vacancy may close earlier than advertised if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Are you interested in joining Saïd Business School’s talent pool and/or receiving our job alerts? Register at https://careers.sbs.ox.ac.uk/registration.aspx.

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