Student Recruitment Officer

37 per week (plus significant out of hours duties at certain times of year) 

Birmingham Newman University is growing and we are seeking a Student Recruitment Officer to support in delivery of the UK student recruitment and marketing strategy. The role is at the heart of our team and works to develop external relationships with a portfolio of target schools and colleges and other agencies, and supporting the delivery of on-campus and off-campus recruitment events and activities to drive applications to the University. 

The post holder will build relationships both internally and externally with schools and colleges, fair providers, our academic faculties and schools and wider agencies to design and deliver recruitment activities aligned to institutional targets and reputational strategy. They will act as a brand ambassador for Birmingham Newman University delivering presentations and workshops to support progression into our portfolio of courses across all levels of our provision. 

The post holder will need to have experience of working in a similar role, ideally within education, with strong verbal and written skills and experience of public speaking and delivering presentations/workshops. The role requires strong organisational skills and individual agency to manage workload and proactively support the delivery of recruitment activities. An understanding of higher education admissions is desirable.

A willingness and ability to work flexibly and travel are fundamental to this position. 

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are very welcome. Please contact Rebecca Hollington, at R.Hollington@staff.newman.ac.uk, to discuss the role further. 

Please click 'Apply’ button above to be redirected to our website, where you can download an application form and for further details about this role. Please email your completed application form by the advertised closing date to: recruitment@newman.ac.uk.

Closing date for applications: 13^th September 2024

Interview date to be confirmed

Birmingham Newman University offers a wide range of staff benefits including 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, chaplaincy and spiritual care, library services, free on-site parking, discounted travel scheme, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services and staff development opportunities. Further details of the full range of staff benefits available can be found on our website: https://www.newman.ac.uk/knowledge-base/staff-benefits/ or please contact the Human Resources Department.

Birmingham Newman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Birmingham Newman University is located on Genners Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 3NT.

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