Director of International

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

Northeastern University is seeking a Director of International & Graduate Admissions to lead LL.M. and MLS recruitment, admissions, and marketing strategies. You will manage applications, determine admissions and scholarships, and oversee international and domestic recruitment.

The role emphasizes data-driven enrollment management, collaboration with the Dean and Associate Dean, and partnership with third-party providers to expand graduate programs globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; JD or related law degree preferred.
• Experience in student recruitment, admissions, and marketing academic programs.

Responsibilities

• Manages LL.M. and MLS recruitment, application, and admissions processes; tracks applications and analyzes enrollment data.
• Communicates with applicants and admitted students; renders final admission decisions and scholarship awards.
• Develops scholarship strategy for LL.M. and MLS programs; oversees online and traditional JD program support.
• Develops international and domestic recruitment strategy for LL.M. and MLS programs; travels to key markets as needed.
• Oversees enrollment and marketing efforts of third-party partners for graduate and online programs.
• Manages online LL.M./LL.M. and MLS communications and marketing materials; maintains web pages.

Skills

Data management

Marketing

Admissions

Education

Bachelor's degree (JD or related law degree preferred)

Job description

Director of International & Graduate Admissions

About the Opportunity

The Director of Graduate Enrollment and Admissions reports to theAssociate Dean for Strategic Initiatives, Admissions and FinancialAid and develops recruitment and yield strategies to grow theSchool of Law's graduate programs, with a primary focus on non-JDprograms (LL.M. and MLS), by increasing the number of applicants,admits, and matriculants. The Director creates, updates, andmanages application and admissions processes for the LL.M. and MLSprograms and develops marketing/recruiting strategy for prospectivestudents, including international applicants. In consultation withthe Dean and Associate Dean, the Director may support the launch ofnew graduate program initiatives as they arise, such as online orhybrid degrees and certificates. The Director also oversees andmanages third-party partners with regard to admissions andrecruitment functions.

Experience in the operation of an academic program is highlyrecommended. Effective oral and written communication skills,cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work with a culturallydiverse constituency and community are required. Must be highlyproficient in data management. Must be proficient in wordprocessing and in the use of social media as a marketing andcommunication tool. Experience working with international studentsis highly recommended. Experience working with law students is aplus. Facility with project management databases is a plus.Creativity and self-motivation are a plus.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge and skills required for this position are normallyobtained through a Bachelor's degree (JD or related law degreepreferred) and experience working in student recruitment,admissions, and marketing academic programs.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Enrollment (40%)

• Manages LL.M. and MLS recruitment, application, and admissionsprocesses, including tracking applications, analyzing enrollmentdata, and maintaining admissions records
• Communicates with applicants and admitted students
• Reviews LL.M. and MLS applications for admissibility, renderingfinal admission decisions and scholarship awards
• Develops scholarship strategy for LL.M. and MLS programs
• Reviews JD advanced standing applications for foreignattorneys
• Develops international and domestic recruitment strategy forthe LL.M. and MLS programs
• Travels as needed to promote the program, both internationallyand domestically, including to new or key markets to supportrecruitment efforts
• Provides periodic support to the JD program (online andtraditional), such as reading application files as needed andparticipating in Admissions-wide events
• Oversees enrollment and marketing efforts of third-partypartners for graduate and online programs (e.g., MLS and OnlineLLM).

Online LL.M./LL.M. and MLS Communications & Marketing(30%)

• Creates/revises print and web-based marketing materials
• Develops and executes online marketing strategy
• Sources and manages all print and online marketing ads withoutside vendors
• Creates and manages prospective, admitted, and enrolled studentcommunication streams
• Primary responsibility for maintaining Online LL.M./LL.M. andMLS web pages

Program Development (20%)

• Supports the Associate Dean and senior leadership in evaluatingmarket opportunities and provides input that informs the directionof new and existing graduate programs and initiatives.
• Cultivates and manages day-to-day international partnershiprelationships with institutions abroad, in support of the AssociateDean's strategic partnership initiatives, to build the graduateenrollment pipeline and extend the School of Law's outreachinternationally.
• Tracks and reports on enrollment performance and market trendsfor graduate programs to inform the Associate Dean's enrollmentstrategy and planning.

Budget Management (10%)

• Manages the marketing budget for the LL.M. and MLS programs,including recruitment, advertising, and publications

Position Type

Enrollment

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate workexperience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefiteligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paidtime off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- aswell as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, religion,color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disabilitystatus, or any other characteristic protected by applicablelaw.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type:

110S

Expected Hiring Range:

$76,335.00 - $107,823.75

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will dependon several factors, which may include your education, experience,location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a paycomparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject tochange.