Admissions Recruitment Coordinator

GEDU Global Education; Bushey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

1 extra leave day per year of service

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for career development

Flexible benefits including Cycle to Work

Reward and recognition programme

£500 employee referral award

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

A higher education provider in Bushey is seeking an Admissions Recruitment Coordinator to attract and enroll prospective students. Role includes managing student recruitment pipelines and utilizing CRM systems to maintain records. Ideal candidate possesses strong sales acumen, exceptional communication, and customer service skills. This position offers competitive benefits including annual leave, a pension scheme, and tuition reimbursement. Come join a team that values diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Track enquiries, applications, admissions data, and manage student recruitment pipelines.
• Utilize CRM systems to maintain accurate records of interactions with prospective students.
• Use various communication channels to engage with prospective students and nurture leads.
• Offer information and guidance on Student Finance and available financial support.
• Assist with special projects related to student recruitment and enrolment management.

Skills

Sales acumen

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Active listening

Closing skills

Time management

Goal orientation

Resilience and persistence

Program knowledge

Job description

Admissions Recruitment Coordinator

GEDU Global Education

Department: Student Recruitment
Location: Greenford
Type of Contract: Permanent

About Us: GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector‑relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds, and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more.

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Student Recruitment Advisor to join our team. As a Student Recruitment Advisor, you will play a key role in attracting and enrolling prospective students to our institution. You will utilize your sales and communication skills to engage with potential students, guide them through the admissions process, and facilitate their transition to becoming enrolled students while providing exceptional customer service.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What the Role Involves

• Track enquiries, applications, admissions data, and manage student recruitment pipelines.
• Utilize CRM systems to maintain accurate records of interactions with prospective students, including contact information, enquiries, and outcomes.
• Use various communication channels, including phone, email, and virtual platforms, to engage with prospective students and nurture leads.
• Offer information, advice, and guidance on Student Finance and available financial support to address learning barriers.
• Assist with special projects and initiatives related to student recruitment and enrolment management as needed.

About You

• Sales acumen: Identify the needs and goals of prospective students and recommend suitable programs. Use effective selling techniques to achieve enrolment targets.
• Communication skills: Effectively communicate with prospective students through various channels including in‑person interactions, phone, email, and other platforms.
• Customer service skills: Provide exceptional customer service to prospective students by addressing their enquiries, concerns, and needs promptly and professionally.
• Active listening: Listen attentively to the needs and concerns of prospective students and respond with tailored solutions and support.
• Closing skills: Guide prospective students through the enrolment process and overcome objections to secure commitments and enrolments.
• Time management: Efficiently manage time and resources to prioritize tasks, follow up with leads, and meet recruitment goals within deadlines.
• Goal orientation: Set ambitious recruitment targets and work diligently to achieve or exceed them, while maintaining a focus on student success and satisfaction.
• Resilience and persistence: Demonstrate resilience and persistence in the face of rejection or challenges and maintain motivation to meet recruitment targets.
• Program knowledge: Maintain in‑depth knowledge of GBS programs, including course content, admissions requirements, and career outcomes.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays.
• 1‑day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses.
• Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Te scheme, and more.
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and more.
• Reward and recognition programme.
• £500 award employee referral scheme.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.

— Barbara Vargas (Professional Services Employee)

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.