Manager for Global Recruitment Business and Management Programs

Overview

IE University’s Global Recruitment seeks a Manager – Global Recruitment, Business & Management Programs to join a dynamic, international team. The role is a full‑time position located in Madrid – IE Tower. The Manager will support the growth of the Business & Management Programs portfolio, including the Master in Management and the Master in Digital Strategy, AI & Innovation, by attracting, engaging, and converting high‑potential international candidates through a data‑driven recruitment strategy and high‑touch candidate advisory.

Responsibilities

Candidate Recruitment & Advisory

• Guide and mentor prospective candidates throughout the decision‑making and application process, understanding their academic background, career goals, and motivations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates through multiple touchpoints (calls, email, virtual sessions, and in‑person events).
• Represent IE University at recruitment events, webinars, fairs, and institutional presentations.

Recruitment Performance & Pipeline Management

• Manage and monitor the assigned candidate pipeline to ensure alignment with enrollment targets.
• Track application progress, conversion rates, and pipeline health using CRM tools.
• Identify pipeline risks and implement actions to improve conversion and enrollment outcomes.

Candidate Journey & Experience

• Ensure a high‑quality, personalised, and consistent experience across all candidate interactions.
• Contribute to improving communication flows and engagement strategies across the recruitment funnel.
• Maintain a strong advisory approach while supporting conversion objectives.

Market & Data Insights

• Analyse recruitment data, market trends, and candidate behaviour to inform decision‑making.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to lead generation, conversion, and enrollment.
• Contribute to reporting on markets, competitors, and candidate trends to support recruitment planning.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Marketing, Admissions, Careers, Financial Aid, and Academic teams to ensure alignment in messaging and recruitment strategy.
• Collaborate with international recruitment teams to adapt approaches to regional market dynamics.
• Act as a liaison across stakeholders to ensure a cohesive and effective candidate experience.

Recruitment Initiatives & Growth Contribution

• Support the execution of recruitment initiatives aimed at increasing pipeline quality and reach.
• Identify opportunities to improve recruitment efficiency, engagement channels, and conversion strategies.
• Contribute to the successful launch and positioning of new programmes where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in recruitment, sales, or candidate‑facing roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer‑oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with international candidates.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to inform actions.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Collaborative and adaptable in a fast‑paced, international environment.
• Fluent in English ; additional languages are a plus.

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.