Job Description

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Head of Global Engagement (12-month Interim)

Lancaster University is proud to be a truly global institution, with one third of our students studying at one of five overseas campuses in Germany, Malaysia, China, Indonesia and Ghana. Our international presence is central to realising our strategy and raising reputation internationally. We are committed to growing and enhancing our global engagement even further.


We are seeking an experienced colleague to take on the role of

Head of Global Engagement

on a 12-month interim basis. Reporting to [line manager TBC] with a dotted line to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor Global (Digital, International and Sustainability), you will lead and coordinate a highly skilled team covering global experiences, business development, Lancaster Online, and overseas engagement.


This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver impactful initiatives that support high-quality learning, innovation and growth across our global portfolio. You will bring strong leadership skills, proven experience of working across complex internal and external stakeholder groups, and a clear understanding of the opportunities and challenges of international higher education.


This is a rewarding interim leadership opportunity with the potential to support the enablement of Lancaster's next phase of international development.


For an informal conversation, please contact: Sue Davies, Associate Director, Recruitment and Admissions and/or Prof. Simon Guy, Pro-Vice Chancellor Global (Digital, Sustainability, International)