Company Description
Step4progress is a student-focused study abroad consultancy that supports learners in selecting suitable courses at top internationally recognized universities in the UK, USA, Canada, Europe, NZ and Australia. The organization emphasizes a transparent, step-by-step process to help applicants make informed academic and career decisions. Services include guidance on program selection, application preparation, and overall admission strategy. Step4progress is committed to ethical counseling, clarity of information, and a seamless experience for students and their families.
About the Role
Location: London, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time/ Part time
Industry: International Education / Higher Education / Student Recruitment
We are seeking a proactive and commercially driven Global Recruitment & Partnerships Manager to lead the development of international university partnerships and identify new business opportunities across emerging and established student recruitment markets.
The successful candidate will be responsible for expanding the organization’s global partner network, securing strategic university collaborations, and driving student recruitment growth through innovative market expansion initiatives. This role requires a strong understanding of international education, partnership development, and cross-border business growth. Similar roles in UK universities and international education organizations focus on developing recruitment partnerships, identifying new global opportunities, and managing partnership lifecycles from prospecting to implementation.
Key ResponsibilitiesUniversity Partnership Development
- Identify, approach, negotiate, and secure new university partnerships across the UK, Europe, North America, Australia, and other priority regions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with university representatives, admissions teams, international offices, and senior stakeholders.
- Manage the full partnership lifecycle, from prospecting and due diligence to agreement execution and performance monitoring.
- Lead partnership review meetings and ensure recruitment targets are achieved.
- Represent the organization at international education conferences, networking events, and partner meetings.
New Country & Market Expansion
- Research and evaluate emerging student recruitment markets and new country opportunities.
- Develop market entry strategies for target countries based on student demand, competitor analysis, and regulatory environments.
- Identify new business opportunities including pathway programs, articulation agreements, franchise partnerships, and transnational education initiatives.
- Prepare business cases, revenue forecasts, and growth plans for new market expansion projects.
- Monitor global education trends, visa policies, and international recruitment developments to inform strategic decisions. Market research and opportunity assessment are common responsibilities in partnership development roles.
Recruitment Growth & Commercial Performance
- Drive international student recruitment growth through partner institutions and agent networks.
- Develop annual recruitment strategies and country-specific growth plans.
- Track recruitment performance, conversion metrics, and partnership ROI.
- Collaborate with marketing teams to launch targeted campaigns in key markets.
- Achieve agreed student enrolment, revenue, and partnership KPIs. Partnership managers are often accountable for enrolment, income, and recruitment targets.
Stakeholder Management
- Work closely with admissions, compliance, marketing, and leadership teams.
- Deliver market intelligence reports and strategic recommendations to senior management.
- Coordinate partner onboarding, training, and ongoing engagement activities.
- Act as the primary point of contact for key international partners.
RequirementsEssential
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
- 4–7+ years of experience in international student recruitment, university partnerships, business development, or global education.
- Proven track record of securing international partnerships and achieving recruitment targets.
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
- Excellent understanding of international education markets and student mobility trends.
- Ability to travel internationally when required.
Desirable
- Existing network of university contacts and education partners.
- Experience working with UK higher education institutions or international recruitment agencies.
- Knowledge of transnational education (TNE), articulation agreements, and pathway partnerships.
- Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, International Education, or related field.
Salary Range
- £35,000 – £50,000
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