Admissions Officer (Fixed-Term)

Brunel University London; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

University closure days

Training and development

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Hybrid on-campus work

Job summary

Brunel University of London is seeking a Fixed Term Admissions Officer for 12 months, with an immediate start. The role covers undergraduate and postgraduate applications from UK and international applicants, requiring accuracy, detail, and criteria-based decision-making.

The position offers a 12-month fixed term contract, with a hybrid working model (3 days on campus). Salary starts at £34,588 and can progress to £41,292 with London Weighting, depending on contributions.

Qualifications

• A solid understanding of UK and international education qualifications.
• Ability to make criteria-based decisions with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and computing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of applications using a university database.
• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced, supportive team environment.
• Communicate clearly with applicants via email and phone.
• Manage and prioritise a busy workload.

Job description

Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary: Grade 6 from: £34,588 to £39,144 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £41,292, per annum, inclusive of London Weighting, through sustained exceptional contribution

Hours: Full-time

Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months) - Immediate start only (or 1 month notice)

Join our team as a Fixed-Term Admissions Officer - Immediate Start Required

The Admissions Office at Brunel University of London is currently managing an exceptionally high volume of applications, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic Fixed Term Admissions Officer (12 months) to join our dynamic team with an immediate start. You’ll be working on applications from both UK and international applicants across a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

We’re seeking a proactive individual who ideally brings a solid understanding of UK and international education qualifications. If you’re someone who thrives on accuracy, enjoys working with detail, and is confident making criteria-based decisions, please apply.

As an Admissions Officer, you will:

• Process a high volume of applications using a large university database
• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced, supportive team environment
• Communicate clearly and professionally with applicants via email and phone
• Manage and prioritise a busy and varied workload

Excellent communication and computing skills are essential. Experience in higher education admissions or familiarity with admissions processes would be beneficial, although strong transferable skills and a positive, proactive approach are equally valuable.

Internal secondment opportunities will be considered.

Brunel University of London, established in 1966, is a leading multidisciplinary, research‑intensive institution with a mission to deliver real-world economic, social, and cultural impact.
Find out more about our history: Our history | Brunel University London

• a generous annual leave package
• additional discretionary University closure days
• excellent training and development opportunities
• an attractive occupational pension scheme
• a wide range of wellbeing and health support
• The University is also committed to a hybrid working model (3 days per week on campus)

If you’re ready to make a real impact and support applicants at a pivotal moment in their academic journey, we’d be delighted to welcome you to the team.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 1st November 2026 (23:59)

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All applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of appointment.

Brunel University of London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.