At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic university partnerships and drive commercial growth across the APAC region.
- Company: IDP Education, a leader in international education with a focus on collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a team that values innovation and long-term relationship management.
- Why this job: Shape the future of international education and make impactful partnerships.
- Qualifications: 15+ years in strategic partnerships and experience in international education.
The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.
IDP Education is seeking a Senior Partnerships Director to lead a portfolio of strategic university partnerships across the APAC region. This senior leadership role focuses on commercial growth, stakeholder engagement, partnership development, and long-term relationship management within international education and higher education. The position offers the opportunity to work across major strategic accounts while supporting business growth through partnerships, education services, and executive collaboration. The role is suited to an experienced professional with a strong background in strategic partnerships, commercial management, and business development. Candidates will work closely with executive stakeholders and contribute to growth initiatives that support long-term partnership success.
Key responsibilities
- Strategic account management
- Revenue growth and commercial performance
- University partnerships
- Partnership negotiation and renewals
- Sales planning and forecasting
- CRM reporting and analytics
- Client retention and expansion
- New business and partnership development
- Cross-functional leadership
Requirements
- 15+ years' experience in strategic partnerships, key account management, enterprise client management, or business development
- Experience within international education, higher education, education services, or related sectors
- Track record of managing complex commercial relationships and strategic customers
- Strong consulting, influencing, and negotiation capability
- Proven ability to grow revenue and client portfolios
- Experience engaging with C-Suite and executive stakeholders
- Highly developed commercial, analytical, and relationship management skills
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
This role supports the development of strategic partnerships that contribute to growth across international education and higher education markets. Effective partnership management and commercial leadership can strengthen long-term collaboration between education providers and global stakeholders. The position also plays an important role in shaping partnership strategy across APAC, helping drive sustainable commercial outcomes and relationship development in a competitive education environment.
Bonus: Application advice
- Highlight measurable outcomes related to commercial growth, partnerships, and account management.
- Demonstrate experience working with executive stakeholders and cross-functional leadership teams.
- Provide examples of strategic planning, negotiation, and partnership renewals.
- Showcase experience within international education, higher education, or related education sectors.
- Tailor your application to emphasize strategic, commercial, and relationship management capabilities.
- Include examples of market growth initiatives and successful business development outcomes.
Senior Partnerships Director employer: Uniglobalcareers
UQ International Development (UQID) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the beautiful St Lucia campus, where you can lead impactful international development initiatives. With a strong focus on employee growth, UQID fosters a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and excellence, providing opportunities to work alongside diverse experts and stakeholders in a meaningful role that contributes to global development goals. The competitive salary package, including generous superannuation, further enhances the appeal of this senior leadership position.
