Director of University Partnerships

The Director of University Partnerships at HyperionDev is responsible for overseeing strategic relationships with universities globally. This involves developing and launching partnership projects, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes, managing a distributed team, and collaborating with both internal teams and external stakeholders to seamlessly integrate technology-driven educational innovations. Additionally, the role includes monitoring the success of these initiatives and providing insights for ongoing strategic refinement.

To be eligible for the Director of University Partnerships at HyperionDev, candidates should have at least 3 years of experience leading teams focused on university partnerships and at least 5 years of business development experience related to educational offerings. Essential qualifications include strong business acumen, expertise in strategic analysis, excellent communication skills, and an undergraduate degree in fields such as business or management. Preferred candidates may have experience in high-growth or tech-oriented environments.

The Director of University Partnerships plays a crucial role in advancing HyperionDev's mission to close the global tech skills gap. By forging strategic collaborations with universities, you'll help enhance educational access for millions of learners, aligning educational offerings with the needs of the tech industry. Your leadership will ensure that these partnerships not only grow but also evolve to meet the challenges and demands of the ever-changing tech landscape.

At HyperionDev, the culture is all about people-first values and fostering a growth mindset. As the Director of University Partnerships, you'll find yourself in a supportive environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Our teams work together to solve real-world problems, making tech careers accessible to those who need it most, and their contributions are recognized and celebrated.

The Director of University Partnerships at HyperionDev will enjoy a range of benefits, including the potential for equity ownership through a stock option scheme, flexible and remote working arrangements, and the opportunity to enroll in our Coding Bootcamps. Additionally, you will be part of a mission-driven organization backed by top-tier investors, which can add an exciting element to your professional journey.

For this question, share specific examples of your previous roles where you successfully initiated and managed partnerships with universities. Highlight your approach to relationship building, negotiation skills, and any measurable outcomes that resulted from these collaborations.

When answering this question, focus on your organizational and project management strategies. Discuss tools or methodologies you use for tracking progress and how you ensure alignment with the overall organizational goals while managing team dynamics.

In your response, narrate a specific challenge you've faced during negotiations, emphasizing the tactics you used to overcome it. Talk about the importance of understanding the other party’s needs and interests and how you reached a successful resolution.

Demonstrate your analytical skills by discussing how you stay informed on industry trends and market needs. Mention any research, surveys, or consulting practices you engage with to adapt your strategies and ensure they remain relevant and impactful.

When addressing this question, outline your leadership style and methods for motivating a distributed team. Provide examples of how you create an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, innovation and supports each team member's professional growth.

Talk about the key performance indicators (KPIs) you use to evaluate success, such as engagement metrics, student enrollment numbers, or completion rates. Highlight how you use this data to refine strategies and report back to stakeholders.

Share your insights on current challenges, such as the fast-paced nature of technology, shifting educational paradigms, or even financial constraints. Discuss potential strategies for overcoming these challenges and contributing to sustainable partnerships.

In your response, provide a brief overview of your involvement in tech education. Discuss any hands-on experience you have with bootcamps or curriculums, including how they operate and how you have supported their launch or success.

When answering this, share your passion for education technology and how it aligns with HyperionDev’s mission. Express enthusiasm for the company’s goals and how your skills and experiences uniquely position you to contribute to their success.

Outline a step-by-step approach for building partnerships, starting from research and identifying potential partners to establishing relationships and sustaining long-term collaborations. Emphasize your networking skills and the importance of aligning mutual goals.