International Development Officer (TNE)

YSJ Global

York

£31,236 to £33,951 per annum

1 year

Friday 03 July 2026 at midnight

Wednesday 22 July 2026

084-26

Full time, Fixed-term

Location: York

Salary: £31,236 - £33,951 per annum

Introduction to YSJ University

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.

As one of the fastest-growing universities in the U.K over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The Team

This role is part of the YSJ Global Team at our York campus. The team is led by the Head of Global Student Recruitment, who oversees operations across both campuses. YSJ Global is a multi-disciplinary directorate that consists of operational teams including International Student Recruitment, TNE and Conversion, Overseas Partnerships, Student Support, Marketing and Communications, Admissions, Visa and Compliance and the International Programmes Team. Our core function is to progress the international social mobility of students at York St John University.

The Role

The Global Office leads the University’s international student recruitment, global engagement and TNE activities. We are delighted to be recruiting a motivated and ambitious individual to join our International Development Team. This role holder will contribute to the development of new partnership initiatives while supporting the effective management and oversight of an existing portfolio of TNE partners across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

You will be responsible for developing TNE opportunity channels, with a particular focus on agent account management, partner relationships, market development, and supporting student recruitment from enquiry through to enrolment. The role requires strong knowledge and experience of international student recruitment within the higher education sector, alongside the ability to build effective relationships with external stakeholders.

The post holder will play a key role in delivering the University’s 2026–2030 TNE strategy, with responsibilities spanning partnership coordination, data management, and process tracking. This includes maintaining accurate records, supporting reporting requirements, and ensuring alignment with institutional policies and regulatory expectations.

The Officer will support the preparation of documentation and analysis for senior stakeholders, including committees, and will coordinate incoming and outgoing international visits and delegations.

It is important to note, this role does require, at times, extensive travel ,which does vary in accordance with strategic priorities.

If you would like to discuss this vacancy, please get in touch with Matthew Blake (International Development Manager (TNE). ***email_hidden***)

Required skills and experience

The role holder will bring a minimum of two years’ experience supporting TNE activity within an international higher education context. They will contribute to the development of new partnership initiatives while supporting the effective management and oversight of an existing portfolio of TNE partners across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from various industries. If you have experience in other sectors and are passionate about making a difference in Higher Education, and wish to join a dynamic team committed to delivering an excellent student experience, we encourage you to apply for the role.

Additional Information

For informal inquiries, please contact Matthew Blake (International Development Manager (TNE). ***email_hidden***)

Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and a presentation.