Admissions Officer (Fixed-Term) - 17052

Uniglobalcareers; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel University London seeks a Fixed-Term Admissions Officer to support the Admissions Office during a period of exceptionally high applications activity. This 12-month role focuses on processing applications from UK and international applicants across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The role requires strong communication and computing skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities."

Qualifications

• Experience with high-volume admissions processing.
• Clear communication with applicants and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of applications across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Manage applications from UK and international applicants.
• Communicate with applicants throughout the admissions process.
• Manage workload effectively within a fast-paced team environment.
• Support admissions activity during a period of high demand.
• Reference knowledge of UK or international education systems where relevant.
• Tailor applications to align with admissions and applicant support at Brunel.

Skills

Strong communication

Computing skills

Teamwork in fast-paced environment

Education

Experience with international education qualifications

Job description

United Kingdom — International Student Market

654K inbound students (2024) +0%

1. India 169K

2. China 152K

4. United States 36K

5. Pakistan 31K

14 international branch campuses in United Kingdom

OVERVIEW Brunel University London is seeking a Fixed-Term Admissions Officer to support the Admissions Office during a period of exceptionally high applications activity. This 12-month role focuses on processing applications from UK and international applicants across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The position is suited to candidates who can work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities and maintaining clear communication with applicants. The role contributes to the smooth delivery of admissions processes within a busy higher education setting. Experience or understanding of international education qualifications is preferred, alongside strong communication and computing skills.

Key responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of applications across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
• Managing applications from UK and international applicants
• Communicating with applicants throughout the admissions process
• Managing workload effectively within a fast-paced team environment
• Supporting admissions activity during a period of high demand

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to manage workload effectively
• Knowledge of UK and international education qualifications preferred WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Admissions teams play an important role in supporting applicants and ensuring that applications are processed accurately and efficiently. In periods of high demand, effective admissions support helps universities maintain a positive experience for both UK and international applicants. This role also contributes to the wider delivery of international education by helping applicants navigate admissions processes across undergraduate and postgraduate study routes. Strong organisation and communication are essential for managing large volumes of applications successfully.

Bonus: Application advice

• Highlight any experience managing high volumes of applications or administrative tasks in busy environments
• Demonstrate clear communication skills with examples of working with applicants, students, or customers
• Show confidence using computing systems and handling detailed information accurately
• Include examples of prioritising workload and meeting deadlines while managing multiple

Key responsibilities

• Reference any knowledge of UK or international education systems if relevant to your background
• Tailor your application to show how your skills align with admissions, applicants support, and team-based working at brunel