Regional Officer UKI Europe

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role

This maternity cover post will play a vital role in supporting recruitment activity across multiple markets, in line with evolving business needs. A flexible and collaborative approach is essential, with the ability to contribute to regional strategies, events, and stakeholder engagement wherever required.

The specific regional focus of this post will initially be on the recruitment of international students domiciled in the UK and Europe including the identification and development of new business opportunities, associated management of the stakeholder network, especially with the UK based pathway providers, and the ongoing provision of market intelligence to the wider institution. The regional focus may be changed to respond to market performance and business needs.

About you

We are seeking an individual with experience of international student recruitment or marketing in the education sector; excellent communication skills and experience of working within a customer service environment. 

The successful candidate will have a degree or equivalent relevant work experience. They will have extensive knowledge of the issuing facing international recruitment to UK HEIs. 

Candidates will have a proven ability to understand and communicate across all cultural boundaries and have the ability to negotiate and communicate for influence. 

This is an exciting time for the University; as we look to further diversify our international student demographic.

As a member of the International Recruitment Team, the Regional Officer will make a broad contribution to the development of the University's international student recruitment strategy.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.