Deputy Head of Global Opportunities (Employer Engagement and Placements)

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Salary: Grade 8 (£45,585 - £54,395 p.a. depending upon experience)

Interviews expected to take place 8 and 9 May 2024

This role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Are you committed to providing opportunities for students and ensuring they have the best student experience? Do you have experience of working in partnership with external organisations and employers? Are your passionate about developing and leading teams and effectively planning and directing resources to meet key priorities? 

The Global Opportunities Service is responsible for the development and delivery of opportunities for students to develop their skills, experience and employability through a range of domestic and international experiences both within and outside of the academic curriculum. 

You will support the delivery of the Student Opportunities and Futures Strategy, ensuring that the Service achieves its objectives and that it delivers a seamless, professional service for all students, our academic community and our external partners.  

You will facilitate and lead a wide range of projects and activities, creating an environment in which students are inspired to make the most of their time at Leeds and are able to clearly and confidently articulate the capabilities, attributes and skills attained during their university experience. 

Excellent leadership, strong management, exceptional communication, networking and partnership skills are vital, as is your ability to bring together different parties from across the University and beyond, to plan, shape and implement new opportunities and a high quality services for students. 

You will have an in-depth understanding of how co-curricular and curricular activities work together to provide a truly differentiated offer for all students. 

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance. 
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more! 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Ben Oldham, Head of Global Opportunities 

Email: [email protected]  

Location:  Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Student Education Service
School/Institute:  Global Opportunities
Category:  Professional & Managerial
Grade:  Grade 8
Salary:  £45,585 to £54,395 per annum
Post Type:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Ongoing
Release Date:  Friday 05 April 2024
Closing Date:  Sunday 21 April 2024
Interview Date:  Wednesday 08 May 2024
Reference:  SESGO1017
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