Senior Manager, Student Recruitment (Business Development) - Mexico

About IBU

International Business University (IBU) stands as Ontario’s first independent not-for-profit university. Having received Ministerial consent for full accreditation in 2020 and DLI approval in 2023, IBU is Ontario’s only not-for-profit independent University. Our foundation draws inspiration from the world’s most esteemed independent universities, creating a ‘next generation’ model characterized by innovation, agility, and responsiveness. IBU is focused on being a truly student-centric, industry-aligned university, executing the best practices of today to build the future talent relevance of tomorrow. IBU is committed to curricula and learning experiences that seamlessly blend rigorous academic preparation with practical skill development, reflecting emerging technologies, evolving societal needs, and the future demands of the global workforce.

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Manager, Student Recruitment (Business Development)

Term: Full-time

Department: Student Recruitment

Reports to: Vice President of Student Recruitment & Strategic Partnerships

Location: Mexico

 

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Recruitment Manager based in Mexico to lead our student recruitment efforts across the region. This role is focused on the international education sector, specifically recruiting students interested in pursuing higher education in Canada. Reporting to the VP, Student Recruitment & Strategic Partnerships, the candidate will be responsible for building and managing recruitment strategies, expanding our agent network, cultivating relationships with schools and stakeholders, and representing IBU at fairs and events. The goal is to strengthen IBU’s presence in Mexico and Latin America while helping more students access high-quality Canadian education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic student recruitment plans in Mexico.
• Build and maintain partnerships with education agents, schools, and government institutions.
• Train and support agents to effectively promote IBU programs.
• Represent IBU at fairs, school visits, and events (local and international).
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Oversee recruitment budgets and ensure resources are used effectively.
• Contribute to enrollment growth and diversity objectives.

The successful candidate will have the following essential qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of experience in international student recruitment, business development, or education partnerships.
• Proven track record in agent relations (B2B) and international education.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with CRM tools (Salesforce preferred) and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently, travel frequently, and manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken).

Why Join IBU?

• Be part of a new and innovative Canadian university making a global impact.
• Opportunity to shape recruitment strategy in one of IBU’s key markets.
• Dynamic, diverse, and inclusive work environment.

Applications will be reviewed and considered as they arrive. While we appreciate all applications, we regret that we can only contact those candidates selected for an interview. We thank all applicants for their submissions.

 

Note: Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file, with a file name that identifies the applicant.

The position is subject to budgetary approval. Any questions may be sent to careers@ibu.ca. 

 

 

 

Additional Information

This posting is for a current, existing vacancy at our organization.

At IBU, all applications submitted are reviewed in detail by our HR team. In certain aspects of the hiring process, artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used, specifically for screening and assessments. These tools support our team and are used to help bring relevant criteria to the foreground and do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination.

IBU values and embraces Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Accessibility as fundamental to our mission to educate students for career success in the business world today. Our desire is to ensure that our institution is a welcoming, inclusive, respectful, and safe environment for everyone. IBU is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our community and is an equal-opportunity employer. We invite and encourage applications from all qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our Institution, including equity-deserving groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment (Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQQIPA+ persons). If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@ibu.ca.