MrJake Ganymede

Background

With 15 years of experience in Student Recruitment and Admissions within UK higher education, spanning both private and public sectors, Jake has a nuanced understanding of international markets for recruitment at both institutional and national levels. His fluency in four languages enhances his ability to communicate effectively and spearhead new and innovative initiatives, advancing the institution’s International Strategy in a rapidly evolving environment.

An alumnus of Imperial, Jake leverages his unique expertise in international education and professional development within the UK HE sector to further elevate Imperial's profile internationally and enhance Imperial's excellence and diversity, thereby amplifyi the University's global impact.

Career Profile

Currently serving as a Senior International Officer at Imperial, and previously as a Senior Admissions Officer at two research-led UK institutions, Jake has been pivotal in crafting and executing international recruitment strategies to meet recruitment objectives. His extensive admissions knowledge, honed within UK higher education, provides a rich foundation for understanding a wide array of UK and international qualifications, particularly in assessing complex academic profiles to ensure optimal student-university matches.

At Imperial, Jake oversees the East Asian regional activities at Imperial, encompassing seven key markets: China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and Outer Mongolia. He is responsible for leading on all institutional activities within this region, collaborating with key stakeholders and overseas institutions to implement recruitment strategies and elevate Imperial’s international profile through a global perspective.