Associate Director (UoP Global)

Salary

£69,488 - £81,809 per annum

Contractual hours

Basis

Full-Time

Job category/type

Permanent - Full-Time

Job reference

REC00005141

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.

Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.

Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role

The purpose of this senior role is to provide authoritative functional leadership and strategic direction for the University’s international student recruitment activity, acting as the principal deputy to the Director of UoP Global and exercising delegated responsibility for defined areas of recruitment strategy and delivery.

The postholder plays a central role in shaping, implementing, and reviewing medium - to long-term international recruitment priorities, translating University-level strategy into integrated global recruitment and marketing plans. Operating with substantial autonomy, the role leads complex initiatives within an agreed strategic framework, sets functional objectives and performance measures across recruitment and marketing, and provides expert insight through the interpretation of international market intelligence and admissions data, to inform planning, prioritisation, and risk mitigation.

The role requires a high degree of independent judgement and initiative in leading diverse teams, managing significant resources, and resolving complex operational and strategic challenges within dynamic international environments. Acting as deputy to the Director as required, the postholder influences policy and practice within global recruitment, contributes to planning, and represents the University in senior-level internal and external forums. Through this leadership, the role ensures coherence, impact, and continuous improvement across Global Admissions, and international recruitment operations, supporting institutional objectives and strengthening the University’s global profile.

Whilst there is a requirement to be in Portsmouth a few days each week, hybrid working is available for this role. However, the successful candidate will be expected to work on campus full-time during the initial onboarding period, after which hybrid working arrangements can be discussed.

The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on 19 August 2026.

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Emma Payne at ***email_hidden***

Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
• The perks don’t stop there - click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits

Salary Information

New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade, from where the individual will (in addition to receiving annual cost-of-living-related increases) progress through the pay range to the maximum for the grade, within a reasonable timeframe. This ensures fairness, consistency and transparency in our pay structures. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from our normal policy.

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement

We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.

Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.