Head of International Partnerships

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The opportunity

London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London, are seeking to recruit to the role of Head of International Partnerships.

We are looking for an individual who has a passion for global collaboration and experience of operating within academic schools and faculties. Knowledge of Fashion Education, curriculum and research would be advantageous.

The role of Head of International Partnerships will align with, drive and enhance the UAL Global Engagement strategy.  The role requires you to develop, nurture and manage new and existing strategic partners across a diverse range of disciplines.

Collaboration with senior internal and external stakeholders is an integral part of the role.

If you have any queries about this role, please contact the recruiting manager Shabir Aslam on s.aslam@fashion.arts.ac.uk

If you have any queries about the application process or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact the Resourcing Team at vacancies@fashion.arts.ac.uk

About you

An experienced individual in the field of academic partnerships, the role requires close liaison with senior academic staff and researchers in identifying, developing and building sustainable partnerships that will support and enhance the University’s global profile and presence.

You will play an important role in the leadership of the existing International Partnerships team and will provide operational support and delivery, strategic leadership and direction and academic liaison between LCF Schools, research centres and the UAL Global Engagement Office.  

If you have a passion for shaping the international fashion education landscape, please apply.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

Our culture

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to be members of the Race Equality Charter (REC) and Business Disability Forum, are a Disability Confident Scheme Committed and Living Wage employer and maintain our status as a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

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If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours’ notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.

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