Associate Director, Undergraduate Programs - Law School

Ie University; Madrid; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IE University is seeking an Associate Director of Undergraduate Programs at IE Law School to oversee day-to-day delivery of six undergraduate degree programs across Madrid and Segovia campuses.

You will work with the Executive Director to ensure an outstanding academic and student experience, coordinating academic operations and supporting students and faculty while leading curricular and extracurricular initiatives that prepare students for professional futures.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• At least four years of relevant professional experience with project management and stakeholder coordination.
• Excellent command of English and advanced level of Spanish, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Oversee student experience and faculty engagement across undergraduate programs.
• Coordinate academic operations and support students, faculty, and staff; lead projects and curricular initiatives.
• Develop and implement admissions, exchanges, and program development activities; supervise program assistants and coordinators.

Skills

English fluency

Spanish fluency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

People management

Data-driven decisions

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE University's Law School is looking for an Associate Director to join its team!

IE University is seeking an Associate Director of Undergraduate Programs at IE Law School to oversee the day-to-day delivery of six undergraduate degree programs across its Madrid and Segovia campuses.

Working closely with the Executive Director, you will help deliver an outstanding academic and student experience. You will coordinate academic operations, support students and faculty, lead projects, and develop curricular and extracurricular initiatives that enrich students’ learning and prepare them for their professional futures.

This role combines operational leadership with a strong focus on people. It requires sound judgment, empathy, and the ability to turn priorities into well-organized processes and meaningful.

Why IE University?

Every story begins with a purpose, and ours has always been about people. Founded in 1973, IE University has continuously raised the bar to drive positive change through education. We believe education is more than a path to professional success; it is a catalyst for personal transformation and meaningful impact.

At IE University, we place people and their potential at the center of everything we do, empowering individuals to become extraordinary. We encourage bold thinking and foster a culture where innovation, curiosity, and courage lead to real-world impact. Together, we create an environment where talent thrives, and ideas shape the future.

Our mission

We support students in developing impact skills to live and lead with positive impact. This ignites a ripple effect: We transform people, who then transform others, systems, society, and, ultimately, our world.

Our Purpose

To foster positive change.

Values

• Cultivate the humanistic approach.
• Empower your entrepreneurial spirit
• Cherish the diversity of people, mind, and experience
• Drive innovation with a proactive mindset

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Responsibilities

Your role as an Associate Director will involve:

Student Experience and Faculty Engagement

• Support students throughout their academic journey, providing clear guidance and addressing individual circumstances with empathy, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Monitor academic progress, identify students who may need additional support, and coordinate appropriate follow-up with faculty, advisors, and relevant departments.
• Develop clear academic guides, communications, and resources that help students navigate requirements and manage routine matters independently.
• Identify opportunities to improve the student experience and translate feedback into practical changes.
• Coordinate the academic aspects of exchanges, internships, and other learning opportunities, ensuring students understand and meet the relevant requirements.
• Organize events and extracurricular initiatives that complement classroom learning and connect students with professional practice.
• Maintain close communication with faculty, facilitate meetings, and support consistent academic practices across programs and campuses.

Academic Operations and Cross-Departmental Coordination

• Oversee key academic and administrative processes throughout the year, ensuring timely delivery, accurate information, and clear responsibilities.
• Coordinate with Planning, International Mobility, Student Services, Student Life, the Registrar’s Office, and other teams to resolve issues and support effective program delivery.
• Work with partner institutions to coordinate joint initiatives and academic opportunities.
• Collaborate with other Schools to ensure a consistent and coordinated experience for students enrolled in dual degrees.
• Support Admissions and Global Markets through program presentations, prospective student engagement, and recruitment initiatives.
• Implement academic policies and guidelines consistently, communicating requirements clearly to students, faculty, and colleagues.

Program Development and Team Leadership

• Lead program projects, including process improvements, communications, and initiatives that support the continued development of the undergraduate portfolio.
• Support the Executive Director in designing and implementing curricular and extracurricular innovations.
• Use student data, feedback, and performance indicators to identify priorities, track progress, and inform decisions.
• Supervise, coordinate, and coach program assistants, coordinators, and junior managers, establishing clear priorities and supporting their professional development.
• Anticipate operational needs and develop ways of working that maintain a high standard of service as programs grow.

Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

• A master’s degree.
• At least four years of relevant professional experience, with demonstrated experience managing projects and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent command of English and an advanced level of Spanish, both written and spoken.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with students, faculty, colleagues, and external partners.
• A collaborative, service-oriented approach, combined with the judgment to handle sensitive situations and apply policies consistently.
• A high level of initiative, accountability, and ownership, with the ability to remain effective under pressure.
• Experience supervising or coordinating colleagues and supporting team development.
• Confidence working with data and digital tools to improve processes and inform decisions.

At IE University, we actively promote equal opportunities in recruitment processes and access to employment, always ensuring the absence of gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ethnic origin, or disability bias throughout the entire selection process.