Admissions Manager

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in London is seeking a Deputy Head of Admissions to oversee admissions operations and support the recruitment process. This role requires a high level of experience in higher education admissions, excellent communication skills, and a background in managing teams. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth admissions process for applicants, making this an exciting opportunity for a strategic and organized professional.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in higher education admissions required.
• Track record in managing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong IT skills with a focus on systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee admissions operations and manage the admissions team.
• Monitor performance against service level agreements.
• Ensure compliance with university policies.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

IT skills

Education

Degree level education

Tools

CRM systems

Student record systems

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Admissions Manager, leeds, west yorkshire

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leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Deputy Head of Admissions

Sector: Higher Education

Location: London – 2 to 3 days per week on campus (Thursdays on-site essential)

Salary: £45,413 to £55,755 + £5,400 London weighting

Contract Type: Fixed Term (until August 2026)

We’re looking for an experienced and organised admissions professional to join our team as Deputy Head of Admissions for a London based University.

In this key role, you’ll support the Head of Student Recruitment and Admissions in leading a busy, responsive team. You’ll take ownership of specific admissions workstreams, manage staff, and help drive service improvements, ensuring a smooth and positive journey for all applicants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day admissions operations across all applicant groups
• Line manage the Admissions Operations Manager and support wider team development
• Support and deputise for the Head of Student Recruitment and Admissions as required
• Lead on system improvements, workflow planning, and service delivery
• Monitor performance against service level agreements using data and reports
• Maintain strong relationships across faculties and support services
• Ensure compliance with university and sector policies, including UCAS requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Demonstrable experience in a higher education admissions role, with an excellent understanding of UCAS processes
• Proven track record of managing people and working to deadlines in a fast-paced education environment
• Strong IT and system skills – ideally with CRM or student record systems
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Educated to degree level or with equivalent relevant experience

This is a great opportunity for someone confident in managing people, data, and processes – and who’s ready to step into a strategic, visible role. Submit your CV for review.