Regional Manager, Southeast Asia

Uniglobal Technologies; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) seeks a Regional Manager, Southeast Asia to lead recruitment and partnership activities across Southeast Asia. The role is based at Gardens Point in Brisbane with hybrid work options and involves working with QUT International, Admissions, and International Marketing to deliver recruitment strategies and align with regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will manage a regional team, student engagement, and education agent networks to achieve

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Business, Marketing or International Business, or equivalent.
• Experience developing regional recruitment strategies and meeting KPIs.
• Understanding Australian international education regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the regional recruitment strategy for Southeast Asia.
• Deliver market-specific recruitment and conversion initiatives to targets.
• Lead regional team to support organisational objectives.
• Manage education agent networks and partnerships with government and institutions.
• Oversee the regional marketing budget and events.
• Represent QUT at recruitment and partner events.
• Collaborate with Admissions, International Marketing and faculties.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Budget management

Cross-cultural communication

Negotiation

Recruitment strategy

Education agents liaison

Education

Postgraduate degree in Business/Marketing/International Business

Job description

Australia - International Student Market

822K inbound students (2024) +10%

1. China 168K

2. India 128K

3. Nepal 57K

4. Vietnam 33K

5. Malaysia 26K

3 international branch campuses in Australia

OVERVIEW Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is seeking a Regional Manager, Southeast Asia to join QUT International within the International and Business Development Portfolio. This ongoing full-time position is based at Gardens Point in Brisbane with hybrid work options available. The role focuses on leading regional marketing, student recruitment, business development, and partnership activities across Southeast Asia while supporting QUT's international engagement objectives. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teams across QUT International, Admissions, International Marketing, and academic faculties to deliver recruitment strategies and strengthen institutional relationships. Applicants must have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the regional recruitment strategy for Southeast Asia.
• Deliver market-specific recruitment and conversion initiatives to achieve student recruitment targets.
• Lead the regional team to support organisational objectives.
• Manage education agent networks and relationships with institutional and government partners.
• Oversee the regional marketing budget.
• Represent QUT at national and international recruitment and partner events.
• Collaborate with QUT International, Admissions, International Marketing, and faculties to advance international recruitment and engagement objectives.
• Support marketing, student recruitment, business development, and partnership activities across the region.
• Contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative workplace culture.

Requirements

• Completion of a postgraduate degree in Business, Marketing or International Business, or equivalent experience, education and/or training.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing regional recruitment strategies and plans to achieve international student recruitment targets and KPIs.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying complex policy, legislation, compliance requirements, and the Australian regulatory framework relevant to international student recruitment and admissions.
• Demonstrated experience establishing and managing relationships with education agents, institutional partners, and government agencies.
• High-level interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to consult and liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders and senior managers in a professional and culturally sensitive manner.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing budgets and resources.
• Demonstrated ability to promote a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and Indigenous Australian engagement.
• Ongoing full-time work rights in Australia.
• Desirable: Working knowledge of a second relevant language. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This role plays an important part in advancing QUT's international strategy and strengthening the university's presence across Southeast Asia. By leading recruitment initiatives, managing partnerships, and supporting student engagement, the Regional Manager contributes directly to the university’s global outlook and long-term international growth. The position also supports collaboration between academic and professional teams while helping ensure recruitment activities align with regulatory requirements and institutional priorities. Strong regional engagement can help create meaningful educational opportunities for international students and partner organisations.

Bonus: Application advice

• Highlight measurable achievements in international student recruitment, conversion outcomes, or market growth.
• Demonstrate experience working with education agents, government stakeholders, and institutional partners across international markets.
• Provide examples of managing regional strategies, budgets, or cross-functional teams.
• Emphasise knowledge of Australian international education regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Showcase culturally sensitive communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Tailor