Description:
The successful candidate will be results-oriented with the ability to build strong relationships across a wide stakeholder network. A commercial mindset, customer-focused approach and strong people management capability are essential. Flexibility to travel across the region and work evenings or weekends when required for recruitment activities is important.
About You – The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Background in international education recruitment, higher education or international marketing.
- Proven line management experience and ability to develop high-performing teams.
- University education.
- Fluency in English.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Goal-driven and results-oriented approach.
- Experience growing B2C recruitment channels and agency partnerships.
- Strong stakeholder management and business development capability.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver against ambitious targets.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout MENA.
- Experience using CRM systems, particularly Salesforce.
- Appreciation of different cultures and working styles.
Desirable Skills Are
- Proven track record of successful international student recruitment growth.
- Strong knowledge of the Saudi Arabian and Omani education sectors.
- Experience recruiting students to UK higher education institutions.
- Understanding of visa regulations and trends in international higher education.
- Existing relationships with schools, sponsors and agencies across MENA.
- Arabic language skills.