Global Recruitment Manager - Architecture & Design

Ie University; Madrid; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

IE University is seeking a Manager, Global Recruitment to join the Architecture, Design, Real Estate, and Creative Industries team in Madrid. You will lead international recruitment, manage the candidate journey from inquiry to enrollment, and drive sales-oriented growth across global markets.

The role emphasizes relationship-building with students, parents, counselors, and industry partners, plus representation at events and fairs to expand IE University's international presence.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years in B2C sales, recruitment, business development, admissions, or client-facing roles.
• Proven ability to convert leads into students through a consultative approach.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with international audiences and multicultural environments.
• Fluent English spoken and written; ability to work independently with multiple priorities.
• Results-driven mindset with focus on performance and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Drive recruitment and enrollment of international students across Architecture, Design, Real Estate, and Creative Industries programs.
• Manage full candidate journey from initial inquiry through enrollment.
• Execute a consultative B2C sales approach to guide candidates toward academic pathways.
• Meet and exceed recruitment, conversion, and enrollment targets.
• Build relationships with prospective students, parents, counselors, and industry stakeholders.
• Represent IE University at international events, fairs, webinars, and recruitment activities.
• Develop market intelligence and identify growth opportunities across global markets.
• Collaborate with admissions, marketing, academic, and student success teams.
• Maintain pipeline management and reporting through CRM systems.
• Contribute to a structured, ambitious growth strategy.

Skills

B2C sales

Recruitment

Business development

Admissions

Client-facing

Multicultural engagement

Fluent English

Education

Degree in Architecture/Design/Urban Planning/Real Estate/Fashion

Experience at top international university or high-ranked institution

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

IE University is seeking a Manager, Global Recruitment to join the Architecture, Design, Real Estate, and Creative Industries team in Madrid. You will lead international recruitment, manage the candidate journey from inquiry to enrollment, and drive sales-oriented growth across global markets.

The role emphasizes relationship-building with students, parents, counselors, and industry partners, plus representation at events and fairs to expand IE University's international presence.