Help Shape the Future of Educational Partnerships.
About This Role:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised UK Partnerships Coordinator to play a key role in developing and supporting strategic partnerships across the UK. Working within the Directorate of External Engagement, you will help deliver the University's ambitious partnership agenda by building strong relationships with colleges and educational institutions, coordinating partnership activities, and supporting the growth of our UK partner network.
This is an exciting opportunity for a relationship-focused professional who enjoys project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and making a tangible impact on student opportunities and educational collaboration.
Reporting to the Director of International and UK Partnerships, you will act as a central point of contact for partner institutions, supporting both existing and prospective partners. You will coordinate a range of partnership activities, manage key processes and documentation, and contribute to the successful delivery of the University's wider partnership strategy.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the acquisition and onboarding of new UK partners.
- Coordinating partnership documentation, including Expressions of Interest, risk assessments, approvals and due diligence processes.
- Building and maintaining productive relationships with partner colleges and educational institutions.
- Supporting the development and delivery of partnership initiatives and events.
- Monitoring, evaluating and reporting on partnership activities and outcomes.
- Producing reports and providing updates to internal stakeholders.
- Facilitating collaboration across faculties, professional services and external partners.
- Supporting partner visits and wider university engagement activities.
About You
You will be a confident communicator with strong organisational skills and experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders.
You'll bring:
Essential
- Degree-level qualification (or equivalent).
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or equivalent).
- Experience of project coordination and relationship management.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and administrative skills.
- Understanding of the education landscape, including Schools, Further Education and Higher Education sectors.
- Ability to coordinate activities across diverse teams and departments.
- Experience engaging with a range of stakeholders internally and externally.
- Strong organisational skills, flexibility and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Desirable
- Experience working within schools, colleges or a related educational environment.
- Knowledge of student recruitment, outreach or educational engagement activities.
- Understanding of issues affecting schools and colleges and the wider education sector.
What You'll Need to Succeed
We are looking for someone who embodies our values:
- Accountable – taking ownership and delivering with integrity.
- Resilient – adaptable and positive when facing challenges.
- Inclusive – collaborative, respectful and supportive.
- Ambitious – innovative, proactive and committed to excellence.
Additional Information
This role involves regular travel across the West Midlands and throughout the UK, including occasional overnight stays. Some evening and weekend working will be required to support partnership activities and events. A satisfactory DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.
Please see the job description and person specification relevant to the post of a UK Partnerships Coordinator for full details of the post requirement
Join Us
If you are passionate about building meaningful educational partnerships, fostering collaboration and helping to deliver opportunities for future students, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us strengthen and grow our network of UK educational partnerships.
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- preventing unlawful discrimination and harassment.
- promoting equality of opportunity.
- fostering an inclusive environment where colleagues are treated with dignity and respect.
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Flexible Working
We recognise the value of flexible working arrangements and are open to discussion wherever possible.
Your Benefits:
Competitive salaries
Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
Long Service Recognition – £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
Free Will Writing Service – Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
IT & Mobile Discounts – EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.
Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing
Wellbeing and Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
Eyecare Support – Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
Flu Vouchers – Free flu vaccinations for staff.
Paycare Health Benefit Plan – Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.
Valuing You:
Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
Flexible & Agile Working – Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
Free On-site Parking – available across campuses.
Cycle Benefits Scheme – Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
Tusker Electric Vehicle Scheme – Electric cars via salary sacrifice.
Employee Discounts – Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
Travel Discounts – Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.
Training and Development
Staff Network and Inclusion – Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
Library Access – Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
Staff Scholarship Scheme – Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level.
Leadership and Management Development – Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.
