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The University of Warwick is seeking an exceptional leader as its next Director of Student Opportunity, driving an ambitious portfolio of co‑curricular provision that enhances student employability, skills development, volunteering, international experiences and overall student success. As a key member of the Education Group Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will play a central role in delivering Warwick’s Education and Student Experience Strategy and strengthening the University’s position as a sector leader in graduate outcomes.
The Student Opportunity team at the University of Warwick is the university’s central division supporting student employability, skills development, work experience, volunteering, and international opportunities. The team’s purpose is to help students build confidence, develop capabilities, and connect with experiences that shape their future careers.
About You
The Director will provide strategic leadership to a diverse division encompassing Careers, Study Abroad and Student Mobility, Employer Engagement and Volunteering, and major co‑curricular programmes such as the Warwick Award and the Undergraduate Research Support Scheme (URSS). They will shape and deliver a clear divisional strategy, oversee a significant budget, and ensure high‑performing, values‑driven teams.
A major focus of the role is advancing student employability through innovative, inclusive and accessible opportunities, working in partnership with academic departments, senior leaders and external organisations. The Director will work to embed employability, expand work‑based learning opportunities, and ensure activities are optimised for positive impact for Warwick’s students through engaging, high‑quality guidance and support.
The postholder will also lead Warwick’s approach to internationalisation and mobility, promoting transformative global learning experiences, strengthening international partnerships, and supporting initiatives that embed intercultural learning across the curriculum and student experience.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
About The Department
For further information on the department, please see here: Education Group
About The University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
How to Apply
CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 17 May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline.
You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter. Within these documents, please:
Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered.
You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave).
Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.
What we Offer
We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments | University of Warwick
Job Description
JD Director of Student Opportunity (100461).pdf – 238KB Opens in a new window
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