Head of Collaborative Academic Partnerships (GSE127566)

Lead strategic partnerships that expand our global reach

This is an exciting time to join University of Staffordshire. We recently unveiled our new name and brand identity. A bold step forward in repositioning ourselves as the UK’s leading modern university. With a vibrant new look and feel, and a stronger, more confident and compelling voice, we are celebrating diversity, opportunity and inclusivity.

The Role

As Head of Collaborative Academic Partnerships, this role will be pivotal to our ongoing success in shaping and delivering our collaborative academic partnerships strategy, both domestically and internationally, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.  With your relationship management expertise, sector and regulatory expertise, and sharp commercial mindset, you will enhance and extend our current partnerships and unlock new opportunities and broaden access to the University’s learners across the globe.  If you’re looking for a dynamic, outward-facing role where you can use your vision, diplomacy, and passion for domestic and international engagement to maximum effect, we look forward to hearing from you. 

About You

Significant experience in collaborative academic partnerships within higher education or a comparable context.Proven ability to identify, develop, and oversee partnership activity.Strong leadership and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholder groups.Experience managing people, projects, and compliance frameworks.

Why Join Us?

This is a chance to influence the University’s growth and inclusivity agenda, working in a dynamic environment that values ambition and innovation.  We offer a supportive, empowering environment where innovation, insight and expertise are valued, where bold decisions are taken and interpreted at pace, providing you with an opportunity to continue to develop your career.

How to apply

An executive search process is being managed by GatenbySanderson. For details of the appointment, and to make an application for this role please click here. For further details, contact Sophie Hester at GatenbySanderson at sophie.hester@gatenbysanderson.com

Closing Date: 08 Dec 2025

Department: Professional Support

Salary: Competitive