ABS Global Alumni Engagement Manager
Aston Business School
| Location: |
Aston University Main Campus
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| Salary: |
£38,784 to £46,049
per annum
|
| Grade: |
Grade 08 |
| Contract Type: |
Permanent
|
| Basis: |
Full Time
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| Closing Date: |
23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 08 March 2026 |
| Interview Date: |
To be confirmed
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| Reference: |
0007-26 |
| Release Date: |
Monday 09 February 2026 |
Aston University’s 2030 strategy is Inclusive, Entrepreneurial and Transformational. Our vision is to be a leading university of science, technology and enterprise, measured by the positive transformational impact we achieve for our people, students, businesses and the communities we serve.
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Global Alumni Engagement Manager to lead the development and delivery of Aston Business School’s global alumni engagement strategy, creating a well-coordinated programme that engages alumni in ways that advance the School’s priorities. The role builds strong, mutually beneficial relationships with postgraduate, MBA and wider Business School alumni in the UK and globally, ensuring their knowledge and support contribute meaningfully to the School’s mission and long-term success.
Aston Business School is a Triple Crown accredited business school (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA) with a growing international profile and strong performance in global rankings. Alumni engagement plays a critical role in enhancing the School’s reputation, visibility and performance in key rankings and accreditations by supporting employability outcomes, career progression, international reach and impact narratives.
What we offer:
- Aston University is a dynamic and
vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent
transport links via bus or train.
- The role is offered as 'dynamic working', which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity. Further information on dynamic working can be found here.
- Excellent training and development
opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days
bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of
activities and retailers
- Great family-friendly policies
- On site gym and pool with
discounted staff membership available
- Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Further details:
Job Details
University Information
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Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston
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