Iain Longden, BA HDE
General Manager, New Zealand
Iain has been involved in education for over 20 years, with almost 18 years focusing on recruitment within the primary, secondary and tertiary education sector.
After qualifying as a Physical Education and Geography teacher, Iain spent the early part of his career teaching in London. After three years in the classroom, he joined one of the United Kingdom's largest specialist education recruiters, focusing on the recruitment needs of local education authorities.
Having completed five years in London, Iain was redeployed to Southampton where he was responsible for the company's operations in the south of England. Early in 2009, in search of a more favourable lifestyle Iain emigrated to Auckland and joined ASI as a Senior Consultant. In March 2010, Iain assumed the role of General Manager (New Zealand) and is responsible for overseeing ASI’s operations in New Zealand.
Iain’s career in recruitment has seen him spend time in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada and South Africa, where he has visited a number of universities and other tertiary institutions. This has enabled him to get a thorough understanding of different educational settings and different cultures. This global experience, Iain says, helps in understanding international candidates' needs and expectations.
Since joining ASI, he has led a range of senior academic and senior executive searches. With his considerable understanding of the European market providing useful insights, Iain has facilitated several outstanding appointments in New Zealand and Australia.
In his spare time, Iain enjoys spending time with his young family, active and passive participation in a variety of sports, reading, and fine wine.
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