Director of Student Affairs (m/f/d)

Become part of our Constructor Community in the north of Bremen as our

Director of Student Affairs (m/f/d)

(full-time; 40 hours/week, initially limited to 2 years)

Constructor University is an international, private university in Bremen, bringing together students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

As the university continues to evolve, we are looking for a Director of Student Affairs (m/f/d) who is eager to drive change, challenge established ways of working, and actively shape the future of our student experience.

We are seeking a dynamic leader with an entrepreneurial mindset, and a genuine commitment to our students. Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment, takes ownership, and has the determination to turn ideas into action.

This role offers the opportunity to further develop student services that are responsive, forward-looking, and focused on what matters most: our students and their success.

Your Responsibilities

As Director of Student Affairs, you will lead and further develop the university's student-facing services, including Registrar Services, Student Life & Support, Academic Advising Services, and the Student Service & Welcome Center. Your focus will be on creating a seamless student experience, supporting student success, and ensuring effective, future-oriented operations.

• Drive strategy and transformation: Translate institutional priorities into action, lead change initiatives, and actively shape the further development of Student Affairs.
• Champion the student experience: Develop services and initiatives that support student success, wellbeing, engagement, and a vibrant international campus community.
• Lead with ownership and initiative: Take a hands-on approach to improving services, challenging processes, and implementing practical, innovative solutions.
• Connect strategy with execution: Balance big-picture thinking with hands-on operational leadership, turning priorities into tangible results while ensuring high service standards, smooth day-to-day operations, and compliance with institutional policies and regulations.
• Make informed decisions: Use student feedback, meaningful KPIs, and financial insights to identify opportunities, guide improvements, and allocate resources responsibly.
• Manage resources responsibly: Oversee budgets, and resource allocation, balancing financial sustainability with the delivery of high-quality student services.
• Strengthen institutional collaboration: Work closely with university leadership, departments, and other stakeholders to advance strategic initiatives and create a connected student experience.

Your Profile

• A master's degree in a relevant field.
• Leadership experience in higher education or a comparable international, service-oriented environment.
• An entrepreneurial mindset, with the initiative, creativity, and drive to turn ideas into action.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a natural ability to connect with people, build relationships, and engage stakeholders across the university.
• A collaborative and inspiring leadership style, combined with confidence, sound judgment, and the ability to guide teams through change.
• Strategic and business-oriented thinking, with an appreciation for quality, performance, and responsible resource management.
• Fluency in English; German language skills and knowledge of German higher education law would be an advantage.

What you can expect at Constructor University:

We are an international, world-class private university embarking on an exciting journey of growth and expanding our portfolio. Join us and become a part of our global team!

• Individual on-boarding, career- and development planning
• Company fitness program offers with EGYM Well Pass
• In collaboration with Deutsche Dienstrad – Lease a company bike, whether it's a bicycle, road bike, or e-bike, for both private and business use.
• 30 days of annual leave, plus additional days off for special occasions
• Green campus with extensive dining options and recreation areas, take the tour: Campus
• Constructor University has extensive programs on sustainability, environmental sustainability, equal opportunities and high ethical values

Constructor University unequivocally guarantees the academic freedom of every member of the faculty, as well as every other member of the Constructor University community. We encourage diversity in the University in ethnic, cultural, social, religious, political, and national backgrounds, as well as in individual lifestyle. Constructor University offers full equality of opportunity to all qualified applicants and is an equal opportunity employer.

Your Application:

Ready to take the next step? We look forward to receiving your application and exploring how we can shape the future of Student Affairs together!

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Please note that only applications submitted through our official application portal will be considered.