Director, UK & Europe — Data‑Led Consultancy Leader

Times Higher Education; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational consultancy based in London is seeking a Director for UK and Europe to oversee consultancy activity and drive business development. The role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, formulating regional strategies, and enhancing client engagement through data-led insights. Applicants should have strong experience in the higher education sector, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to manage sales pipelines. The position is hybrid with 2 days per week in the Holborn office.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development and client relationship management within the higher education or consultancy sector.
• Strong understanding of the UK and European higher education markets.
• Proven ability to manage and develop multidisciplinary teams.
• Commercial experience managing sales pipelines and client acquisition strategies.
• Experience in data-led consultancy or managing a data-focused function.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead consultancy activity and business development across the UK and European markets.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight as the Consultancy Lead Director.
• Manage the UK consultancy team and support business development activities.
• Develop regional strategy to strengthen market position and deliver client value.
• Oversee sales pipeline and marketing strategies for client engagement.

Skills

Business development

Client relationship management

Understanding of higher education markets

Team management

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

A leading educational consultancy based in London is seeking a Director for UK and Europe to oversee consultancy activity and drive business development. The role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, formulating regional strategies, and enhancing client engagement through data-led insights. Applicants should have strong experience in the higher education sector, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to manage sales pipelines. The position is hybrid with 2 days per week in the Holborn office.