"Head of Schools and Colleges Liaison Service"

Head of Schools and Colleges Liaison Service

University of Huddersfield - Marketing, Communications, and Student Recruitment

£60,521 - £70,130 per annum, pro rata for part-time

Permanent

37 hours per week

Part-time hours of 0.8 FTE (29.6 hours) or above may be considered

We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a new Head of Schools and Colleges Liaison Service to join our ambitious and successful team at the University of Huddersfield.

The Head of Schools and Colleges Liaison Service will report to the Director of Marketing, Communications, and Student Recruitment (MCSR) and be a part of the senior leadership team within that Directorate.

Through excellent leadership, you will play a pivotal part in developing the University’s engagement with schools, colleges, and other pre-entry partners, supporting the University to meet student recruitment targets.

You will have significant responsibility for setting the strategic direction of your department and will lead key projects such as the annual Clearing helpline.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Significant experience of working in higher education
• Outstanding and demonstrable leadership skills
• Experience of developing and evaluating strategies
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• To be educated to degree level or equivalent experience and hold two A-levels (or equivalent/higher)

We offer an excellent employment package, including hybrid working, blending a mix of remote and on-campus working (dependent on work duties).

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Regular status checks may also be required, depending on your role.

The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity for all its students and staff. We seek to be diverse and inclusive, supporting individuals and groups to fulfil their potential and nurture a sense of belonging. We strive to be an accessible, inclusive employer, removing barriers for all. Find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitments and accreditations as a Disability Confident Leader, Stonewall Gold Award holder and Top 100 Employer, Athena SWAN Bronze Award holder, and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award holder.

Informal enquiries are welcome to Matt Burton (Director of MCSR) via email: m.k.burton@hud.ac.uk.

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Closing date: 01 December 2025.

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