About this role
The role
Reporting to the UK Recruitment Manager, the UK Student Recruitment Officer is a full-time, permanent position operating under a Hybrid model (Headington Campus / hybrid). You will be responsible for promoting and delivering an innovative programme of recruitment activity within a specific region to attract and convert a diverse pool of undergraduate and postgraduate taught applicants. Key duties include developing external relationships with schools, colleges, and other agencies, and leading on-campus recruitment events like Open and Applicant Days. A willingness to travel widely and work flexibly is essential.
What will I be doing?
Promote and deliver an innovative programme of recruitment activity within a designated region. Develop and maintain relationships with key staff in a portfolio of schools, colleges, and other relevant agencies. Coordinate and deliver a range of on-campus activities, including managing a campus/site during Open and Applicant Days. Coordinate off-campus events (e.g., commercial careers fairs) by securing bookings, organising logistics (freight, transport, hotels), and arranging staff/student cover. Provide prospective students with accurate, up-to-date advice and support through presentations and workshops. Develop and implement a regional recruitment plan based on market knowledge and target school needs. Analyse the impact of recruitment interventions, producing reports, recommendations, and budget updates. Handle, configure, manage, and utilise relevant data within designated databases, such as the CRM.
What skills do I need?
A Degree or equivalent qualification. Must hold a valid driving licence (regular travel required to events and venues that may not be on public transport routes). Demonstrable experience of working in a sales environment or education is an advantage. The ability and willingness to travel widely and work flexibly, including evenings and weekends (such as the 9 Saturdays per year for Open and Applicant Days). Excellent ability to develop and maintain both internal and external relationships. The capacity to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the University's course portfolio and accurately represent it. Experience in operational management of a defined budget. Proven ability to handle, manage, and utilise data within designated databases (e.g., CRM).
This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points-based immigration system.
Interviews are expected to take place in the week commencing 19 January 2026.