Head of Alumni Engagement

Applications close at  9 a.m. Tuesday 8th October 2024.

Location: London / Hybrid (option to work remotely for up to 60% of work week)

Who we are

The University of London is a leading UK provider of distance and digital education internationally, offering programmes to 45,000 students in 190 countries around the world. Although proudly rooted in London, our community and impact are global. We are a national leader in the humanities, and we promote their value to society and the economy through knowledge creation and exchange.

We are also a federation of 17 world class higher education institutions, with collaboration at the heart of our ethos. The University of London federation is a collective community of more than 240,000 learners and 50,000 staff, delivering world-leading research across all disciplines.

Our passion for increasing access to education and mobilising the collective power and expertise of the federation is central to our ability to transform lives around the world and address the global challenges of the future.

About the role

The Head of Alumni Engagement is a senior role within the Development Office, which will focus on encouraging a positive experience for our global community of 500,000 alumni. You will support the University’s mission to enable access to education and create an environment for alumni and supporters to contribute to the University’s strategic and philanthropic fundraising priorities. In this crucial role, you will also need to collaborate with and support colleagues and activities across the UoL federation where appropriate.

Who are we looking for?

This role requires a deep understanding of the broader issues affecting the HE sector, particularly how they impact philanthropy and engagement. You will be confident working with senior staff and have comprehensive knowledge of alumni relations, legacies, volunteering, and charitable giving. You will be adept at networking, problem-solving, and delegating tasks within a team, while effectively prioritizing actions and advising senior leaders. Experience in building and managing partnerships is essential, as is the ability to analyse and present data clearly. You will be able to demonstrate discretion, strategic decision-making, and a meticulous approach to managing reputational risks. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain and establish relationships within the University and with external stakeholders are also crucial.

Further information

The University will be unable to sponsor candidates for a visa for this role. Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment.

The University currently operates a Hybrid Working framework involving a mix of working remotely and in the office. Typically, the majority of employees will be able to agree to work remotely for up to 60% of their working week, role dependent, however will be required to attend on specific days for training or team meetings.

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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 8th October 2024.