Director of Business Development and Partnerships; UCL CIMEC; UCL Internal

Position: Director of Business Development and Partnerships (UCL CIMEC) - UCL Internal Applicants Only
About UsThe UCL Centre for International Medical Education Collaborations (UCL CIMEC) is based in UCL Medical School (UCLMS) within the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS). The Centre has projects and collaborations across other Health Sciences divisions and faculties within UCL. UCL CIMEC has been delivering impactful global partnerships in healthcare education since 2013. Drawing on world-leading expertise from across UCL, we work with partners around the world to co-develop innovative education and scholarship initiatives that are locally relevant and globally informed.

Our team is deeply committed to understanding the unique healthcare, educational, social, and cultural contexts of each region we work with. This dedication ensures that our collaborations are both meaningful and sustainable.

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About the Role As Director of Business Development and Partnerships at UCL CIMEC, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the Centre’s strategic plan. Working closely with the Academic Director, you will lead the development of strategic international partnerships, drive innovation in advisory services, and ensure operational and financial excellence across a diverse project portfolio.

This is a senior leadership role that combines strategic thinking, commercial insight, and relationship-building to advance UCL’s global impact in healthcare education. Core responsibilities include:

Leading the development of strategic partnerships and advisory service offerings, both nationally and internationally, as CIMEC expands its work across UCL’s health faculties and with UCL Consultants (UCLC).Collaborating with academic and operational teams to deliver high-impact consultancy projects.

Overseeing business planning, marketing strategy, and resource management.

Managing performance, budgets, and reporting across a diverse project portfolio.

Application process:

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

Please use the personal statement section to explain how you meet each essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.

The advert will close on 7 October 2026 at 23:59 BST.Interviews will take place in person on Thursday 22 October 2026.If you have any queries about the role, please contact Kjell Horn k.horn.ukIf you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact uclms.recruitment.uk Please note, this is an internal recruitment advert, available to eligible UCL workers only.

The role is full-time and offered on a fixed-term contract or secondment basis to cover the substantive postholder until 5 October 2027. Flexibility for hybrid working is available. The postholder will be expected to be on campus for team working days, which are currently Tuesdays and Thursdays, at our offices in 40 Bernard Street. The postholder will also be expected to attend additional ad hoc days in the office as required.

Some international travel may be required.

About You You are a strategic and collaborative leader with a strong track record in international consultancy, enterprise, and partnership development. With an understanding of global healthcare education, you bring commercial insight, creativity, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, partner-focused services.

You are confident navigating complex environments, aligning academic and operational priorities, and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. Your leadership inspires high-performing teams, and your ability to spot and shape new opportunities helps drive innovation and impact.

What We Offer Standard UCL Benefits:41 days’ holiday (27…