Job Overview
Location
UK
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Business Development
Date Posted
May 21, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • The Director of University Partnerships, UK & Europe will play a critical role in advancing SEED’s mission by cultivating and managing strategic relationships with universities across the region, driving growth in international student recruitment through innovative solutions and strategic partnerships.
- • Day to day, the role involves serving as the primary point of contact for higher education institutions in the UK & Europe, acting as a trusted advisor to understand enrolment goals, developing tailored strategies, overseeing campaign execution, preparing proposals, collaborating with internal teams on service innovation, representing SEED at industry events, and ensuring client satisfaction through proactive issue resolution and performance reporting.
- • SEED Global Education is a leading marketing and strategy consulting firm dedicated to transforming international student recruitment through innovative solutions and strategic partnerships, collaborating with leading higher education institutions worldwide to connect them with talented students across key markets, fostering global mobility and expanding access to education.
- • In this role, the person can learn to develop and execute high-impact international student recruitment strategies, deepen expertise in higher education market dynamics across UK and Europe, lead cross-functional campaign delivery, drive measurable revenue and partnership growth, and position themselves as a trusted advisor and thought leader in global education mobility.
🎯 Requirements
- • Proven experience in business development, partnership management, or client-facing roles within higher education, international education, or related sectors.
- • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders in universities or educational institutions.
- • Track record of achieving revenue growth and partnership expansion targets through strategic planning and execution.
- • Experience in designing and delivering international student recruitment campaigns, including events and virtual programs.
- • Strong presentation and proposal development skills, with ability to communicate complex value propositions clearly and persuasively.
- • Familiarity with the UK and European higher education landscape, including enrolment trends, market dynamics, and regulatory environments.
🏖️ Benefits
- • Opportunity to shape the future of international recruitment for UK & European institutions while driving SEED’s growth.
- • Collaborative, team-driven environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
- • Exposure to innovative marketing and strategy consulting practices in the global education sector.
- • Involvement in industry events, conferences, and networking with key stakeholders in higher education.
- • Clear path for impact and career advancement within a mission-driven organization focused on global education access.
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