This role will be based on the university campus with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
Join the University of Leeds at a pivotal moment and help shape the future of global student recruitment, across home and international audiences.
We are seeking a dynamic, commercially minded leader to drive high-impact marketing strategies that influence who chooses Leeds—supporting sustainable growth, strengthening our value proposition, and enhancing our international reputation.
In this significant marketing leadership role, you will lead specialist teams across digital, content, campaigns and events—delivering innovative, insight-led marketing that converts interest into enrolment. Working closely with faculties and key professional services stakeholders, you’ll operate at senior level to design and deliver ambitious recruitment plans that respond to evolving markets and changing student expectations.
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and a member of the Marketing Leadership team, the Deputy Director, Student Recruitment Marketing is the strategic lead for student recruitment marketing, you’ll play a central role in a complex and fast-paced environment, using data, creativity and strategic leadership to optimise the applicant journey end-to-end. With responsibility for student recruitment marketing performance, budgets and continuous improvement, you’ll make a direct contribution to institutional priorities and help shape our future student community.
We’re looking for a collaborative and inspiring leader with a track record of delivering results through teams, a strong sense of curiosity, and the energy to drive change. If you’re motivated to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
What we offer in return
- 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
- Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Yvonne McBrearty, Director of Marketing - Student Recruitment and Business Engagement
Email: y.mcbrearty@leeds.ac.uk