College Director and Principal

Job Description

Our client currently has an exciting opportunity for a College Director and Principal to join them at Keele University International College (KUIC)!Keele University International College (KUIC) is the latest addition to our clients fast-growing UK portfolio. In partnership with Keele University, the CDP will build the strategy for the college and the partnership from the ground up, driving student recruitmentand contributing to the internationalisation strategy of the university. As a new start up, the CDP will have an entrepreneurial approach, being both strategic as well as hands-on with operations, growing and motivating a high performing team. This is anexcellent opportunity to make this role your own and make a real impact within our client.Reporting to the Executive General Manager, the CDP leads the Business Unit (BU) team, covering Strategic Planning and Growth, Finance, Teaching & Learning, Marketing & Admissions, Student & Academic Services. You will create and sustain a positive workplaceculture underpinned by their values. You are the custodian of the BUs strategic plan, academic quality, compliance, and day to day operations. The CDP holds accountability for meeting the BUs recruitment and EBITDA targets, leading on new product development,and ensuring cost effective practices are in place. To achieve this the CDP is expected to lead the BUs growth agenda, working effectively with the University Partner and our clients global networks, and contributing to broader divisional initiatives as required.Strategic Planning / Finance:

• Lead on the development and execution of the BUs strategic sales and marketing framework, aligning closely with the University Partners and global network to deliver:
  • 5-year vision
  • 2-year Action plan
  • 1-year budgets,.
• Drive the BU P&L to deliver EBITDA targets, with clear accountability to deliver sales plans & targets.
• Lead on Marketing and Admissions, shaping and liaising with the University Partners International Office, and the global recruitment network to develop tactics & strategies to meet recruitment targets.
• Monitor and report on relevant KPIs on the BUs financial performance.
• Manage the BU funds and commercial agreements in accordance with delegations of authority.
• Lead on business development initiatives that contribute positively to the BUs EBITDA

University Partner Relations:

• Ensure high levels of partnership satisfaction, through formal governance processes as well as ongoing and regular interaction with University stakeholders.
• Liaise with University Partner faculties, schools, departments and the Quality Office with respect to matters embedded in the formal Recognition Agreement
• Ensure the BU adheres to all conditions as set out in the University Partner Recognition Agreement and Collaborative Operations Manual (COM)

Quality, Compliance and Risk:

• Ensure the BU maintains strict compliance with regulatory frameworks such as OFS, UKVI, CMA, GDPR, DBS, HMRC, Safeguarding and Prevent, achieving positive outcomes from internal and external audits.
• Monitor & manage risk at BU/UP level, adhering to reporting requirements for Audit & Risk team
• Oversee all staffing policies and procedures, ensuring adherence with regulatory frameworks and company policies.
• Ensure Performance Development Plans are in place for all staff, with clear & measurable KPIs.
• Ensure effective workforce and succession planning, identifying high performers, and creating talent retention plans
• Actively promote the companys global and divisional vision

BU Operations, Academic Quality & Student Experience:

• Ensure a formal record of BU business is maintained with action plans, annual reports, and minuted Senior Management Team meetings
• Oversee academic quality and student outcomes, ensuring the BU meets academic KPIs inclusive of pass, progression and retention rates, and maintains close alignment with the University Partner on matters related to the annual Tracer Study.
• Ensure the BU provides a range of learning opportunities to students that are compatible with the QAA Quality Code and OfS requirements.
• Oversee the Module Panel and Progression Boards
• Manage the relationship with External Examiners
• Ensure all BU Policies and Regulations (CPRs) are reviewed, up to date, and in accordance with global and divisional policies.
• Lead, and ensure the successful execution of, the BU planning process, inclusive of the Learning and Teaching Plan, Continuous Enhancement Plan, Annual Programme Review and the HER (QAA) Action Plan to meet the OfS regulatory requirements.

College Director and Principal Requirements:

• Degree level or above, with 5+ years leadership experience, preferably in an HE or similar environment.
• Significant proven experience of leading and delivering strategies for expansion and organisational change.
• Experience of working in a regulated environment requiring high level of compliance
• Proven experience of building and developing high performing teams.
• A track record of setting, responding to, and successfully delivering challenging performance targets through robust quality management procedures.
• Experience of successfully developing and sustaining key relationships both internally and externally.
• Proven ability to grow an organisation while retaining quality in its core provision and services.
• High level of commercial acumen, with the ability to manage resources, scrutinise finances, and address risk for the College.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, matched with an ability to identify and develop new opportunities to enhance the Colleges reputation, brand, status, and growth potential.
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