Policy & Partnerships Manager

The Policy & Partnerships Manager is a strategically critical, India-based role that supports QS’s global government engagement, inter-regional partnerships, and thought leadership agenda. The role sits at the centre of India’s policy and diplomatic ecosystem and works closely with Chair of QS India, VP, Strategic and International Engagement to translate high-level relationships into structured engagements, policy outputs, and long-term institutional impact.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (MA/MSc) or PhD in Public Policy, International Relations, Higher Education, Economics, Development Studies, Education Policy, or a closely related field
• Relevant professional experience in public policy, government affairs, higher education strategy, international education, or transnational education (TNE)
• Demonstrated experience engaging with central government ministries, regulators, or policy bodies in India
• Working knowledge of transnational education models, including dual degrees, twinning arrangements, offshore delivery, or international branch campuses
• Strong writing and editorial skills, with experience contributing to policy briefs, white papers, thought leadership pieces, or strategic reports
• Experience coordinating cross-border or multi-stakeholder partnerships involving universities, governments, or international organisations
• Confidence operating in senior stakeholder environments, including government meetings, policy roundtables, and international forums

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Access to an annual bonus scheme (for qualifying roles only)
• 21 days annual leave – increasing to 23 days after 5 years’ service + 8 days casual leave
• 15 days holiday for the year 2026
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Access to Provident Fund and Pension Fund Scheme
• Group Medical Insurance
• A vibrant social environment and multicultural and multinational culture
• Free subscription to the Calm App – the #1 app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation
• A focus on welfare which is led by our global wellness team, with mental health first aiders globally
• Access to a variety of diversity and inclusion initiatives and groups
• Strong recognition and reward programs – including a peer-to-peer recognition platform, quarterly and annual QS Applaud Awards, Connect with your Career annual personal development event
• Support for volunteering and study leave
• Free subscription to LinkedIn learning – with over 5,000 courses and programmes at your fingertips
• Options to join our outstanding global Mentorship programme