Global Partnerships Manager

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role
Newcastle University is a founding member of the Russell Group with a thriving international community of staff and students from over 140 countries. Our global vision is to excel by being an internationally networked and diverse community of students and staff who identify as global citizens, and who can respond to global challenges through the research we undertake and the skills and knowledge we create.

Newcastle Global leads the University's international student recruitment and global engagement.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Global Partnerships Manager to join Newcastle Global. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and maintaining relationships with sponsors and global recruitment partners.

In this exciting role, you will identify and secure new opportunities with pathway providers, schools, sponsors, agents, universities, and other key stakeholders, helping to expand international student recruitment and strengthen Newcastle University's global presence. You will manage high-value partnerships, monitor performance against targets, negotiate agreements, and represent the University at events and meetings across the UK and internationally.

We're looking for someone with experience in international education, partnership development, business development, or relationship management, combined with excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills. A strong commercial mindset, cultural awareness, and willingness to travel internationally are essential.

If you would like to discuss this vacancy, please contact Laura Mitford, Head of Global Partnership Development (laura.mitford@newcastle.ac.uk).

The role will be part-time (29.6hrs) and fixed until 31st December 2027.

Interviews will take place between 5th and 6th August 2026.

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