Regional Director for International Student Recruitment

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Regional Director for International Student Recruitment based in India.

Take on a strategic leadership role shaping international student recruitment and driving sustainable growth across diverse global education markets. You will develop and execute regional recruitment strategies, identify new market opportunities, and expand partnerships with education agencies, schools, universities, and government organizations. Leading a high-performing regional team, you will translate business objectives into actionable plans that deliver measurable recruitment and revenue results. You will build strong B2B and B2C relationships, strengthen existing recruitment channels, and establish new pathways for international student enrollment. Through data-driven decision-making and market analysis, you will optimize recruitment performance, manage risks, and maximize return on investment. This opportunity combines strategic planning, commercial leadership, and team development in a fast-paced, international education environment. The position is fully remote within India, operates under a consultancy agreement, and requires extensive business travel.

Accountabilities

• International Recruitment Strategy: Develop and implement regional student recruitment strategies, translating business objectives into operational plans with clear targets, key performance indicators (KPIs), timelines, and measurable outcomes.

• Business Development and Market Expansion: Identify emerging markets, assess commercial opportunities, establish new recruitment channels, and develop market-entry plans to support sustainable international growth.

• Agency and Partnership Management: Build, manage, and expand a network of international recruitment agents, educational institutions, schools, government stakeholders, and other strategic partners to strengthen student recruitment pipelines.

• Regional Team Leadership: Recruit, lead, motivate, and develop high-performing international recruitment and business development teams. Set clear objectives, monitor performance, support professional development, and implement succession planning to retain talent.

• Recruitment Campaigns and Events: Coordinate regional recruitment initiatives, including education fairs, industry events, and partner activities, ensuring that campaigns align with recruitment targets and broader business priorities.

• Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Analyze recruitment data, track KPIs, evaluate progress against enrollment and revenue targets, and provide accurate, timely reports to support informed decision-making.

• Commercial Performance and Budget Management: Evaluate recruitment activities based on cost-effectiveness and return on investment, manage operational and project budgets, and adjust strategies to improve commercial outcomes.

• Risk Management and Market Intelligence: Identify risks to recruitment targets, develop mitigation plans, and monitor regulatory, legislative, and operational developments that may affect international education markets.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with regional stakeholders and internal teams to strengthen institutional integration, improve recruitment processes, and identify opportunities for new partnerships and policy development.

• Industry Expertise and Advisory Support: Maintain a strong understanding of global private and public education markets, sharing insights and providing guidance to business development colleagues on market planning and recruitment activities.

• Continuous Improvement: Address emerging business challenges and opportunities, improve recruitment processes, and adapt regional strategies to changing market conditions and organizational priorities.

• Governance and Compliance: Uphold organizational standards, codes of conduct, equality and diversity principles, health and safety requirements, and safeguarding policies.

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