International Development Officer (TNE)
York St John
Department: YSJ Global
Location: York
Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum
Contract Duration: 1 year
Closing Date: Friday 03 July 2026 at midnight
Interview Date: Wednesday 22 July 2026
Reference: 084-26
Full time, Fixed-term
Location: York
Salary: £31,236 - £33,951 per annum
Introduction to YSJ University
York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.
As one of the fastest-growing universities in the U.K over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.
The Team
This role is part of the YSJ Global Team at our York campus. The team is led by the Head of Global Student Recruitment, who oversees operations across both campuses. YSJ Global is a multi-disciplinary directorate that consists of operational teams including International Student Recruitment, TNE and Conversion, Overseas Partnerships, Student Support, Marketing and Communications, Admissions, Visa and Compliance and the International Programmes Team. Our core function is to progress the international social mobility of students at York St John University.
The Role
The Global Office leads the University’s international student recruitment, global engagement and TNE activities. We are delighted to be recruiting a motivated and ambitious individual to join our International Development Team. This role holder will contribute to the development of new partnership initiatives while supporting the effective management and oversight of an existing portfolio of TNE partners across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
You will be responsible for developing TNE opportunity channels, with a particular focus on agent account management, partner relationships, market development, and supporting student recruitment from enquiry through to enrolment. The role requires strong knowledge and experience of international student recruitment within the higher education sector, alongside the ability to build effective relationships with external stakeholders.
The post holder will play a key role in delivering the University’s 2026–2030 TNE strategy, with responsibilities spanning partnership coordination, data management, and process tracking. This includes maintaining accurate records, supporting reporting requirements, and ensuring alignment with institutional policies and regulatory expectations.
The Officer will support the preparation of documentation and analysis for senior stakeholders, including committees, and will coordinate incoming and outgoing international visits and delegations.
It is important to note, this role does require, at times, extensive travel ,which does vary in accordance with strategic priorities.
If you would like to discuss this vacancy, please get in touch with Matthew Blake (International Development Manager (TNE). [email protected])
Required skills and experience
The role holder will bring a minimum of two years’ experience supporting TNE activity within an international higher education context. They will contribute to the development of new partnership initiatives while supporting the effective management and oversight of an existing portfolio of TNE partners across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
We value diversity and welcome applicants from various industries. If you have experience in other sectors and are passionate about making a difference in Higher Education, and wish to join a dynamic team committed to delivering an excellent student experience, we encourage you to apply for the role.
Additional Information
For informal inquiries, please contact Matthew Blake (International Development Manager (TNE). [email protected])
Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and a presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact [email protected]. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can be helpful in shaping your responses, but we encourage you to share your answers in your own words.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further information about life at YSJ
Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.
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Closing Date - Friday 03 July 2026 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Wednesday 22 July 2026
Further details:
Candidate application form guidance