Student Recruitment & Admissions Officer

Ready to make a real difference to someone’s future? Want to turn enquiries into enrolled students who thrive? And do you enjoy fast-paced, people-first work where every day brings something new?

We are currently looking for a Student Recruitment & Admissions Officer to join our busy team in Cambridgeshire or Chelmsford and help shape an admissions journey that students experience as clear, welcoming and professionally guided from start to finish.

Hours of Work: full time - 37.5 per week

As our Student Recruitment & Admissions Officer, you’ll report to the Student Recruitment Manager and deliver exceptional customer service to prospective students and applicants. You’ll provide timely, accurate advice on programmes, admissions requirements and the student experience, working closely with prospective learners, recruitment agents, internal colleagues and partner university contacts. You will support the student journey from initial enquiry through application, offer and enrolment, combining recruitment activity, applicant conversion and admissions responsibilities to ensure a smooth, compliant process.

Student Recruitment & Admissions Officer Requirements:

• Proven experience in international student recruitment, admissions or a related student-facing role, with a track record of achieving recruitment, conversion or enrolment targets.
• Experience managing student applications, including checking documentation, assessing entry requirements and progressing applications to offer and enrolment.
• Knowledge of UK higher education and international student recruitment, including UKVI and relevant admissions and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with international recruitment agents and external partners to support recruitment, applications and student conversion.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling applications and student records, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Student Recruitment & Admissions Officer Benefits (Salary):

• Salary £26,400 to £29,000 pa
• Permanent contract with long-term career opportunities
• Support and development to help you grow your skills in admissions and recruitment
• A value-driven, equal opportunities workplace
• Chance to work in a role that genuinely impacts the student journey

Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

We’re an education and training organisation dedicated to helping students find the right route to success. Our teams work collaboratively across recruitment, admissions and partner networks to ensure prospective students receive clear guidance, responsive support and a compliant admissions process they can trust.

If you think you are suitable for this Student Recruitment & Admissions Officer role, please apply now and tell us what makes you the best fit - because the difference you make will be measured in enrolments, experiences and outcomes that last.