Enrollment Advisor

GEDU Global Education; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for career development courses

Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work and more

Reward and recognition programme

£500 award employee referral scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

A higher education institution in Birmingham is seeking an Enrollment Advisor to promote academic programs and guide prospective students through the admissions process. You will develop innovative recruitment strategies and serve as the primary contact for inquiries. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and knowledge of the education landscape. They will benefit from competitive leave, a pension scheme, and other perks aimed at fostering a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with diverse audiences effectively.
• Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and travel.
• Passion for helping students achieve educational goals.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and travel for events.
• Interest in data analysis and reporting is a plus.
• Strong teamwork and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies.
• Serve as the point of contact for prospective students.
• Provide information about academic programs and scholarships.
• Conduct presentations and campus tours.
• Utilise CRM systems for student tracking.
• Assist with the application process.
• Collaborate with admissions team for evaluations.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of admission processes

Proficiency in digital platforms and CRM systems

Strong interpersonal skills

Data analysis and reporting

Self-motivated and goal-oriented

Travel

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Enrollment Advisor

Department: Student Recruitment

Location: Birmingham

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.

Our Vision: Changing Lives through Education

The Role: As a Student Recruitment Officer, you will be responsible for promoting our institution to prospective students and assisting them throughout the admissions process. Your primary goal will be to promote the Student Referral scheme and attract talented individuals, guiding them towards enrolling onto our academic programs.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective student recruitment strategies to achieve enrolment targets and attract a diverse pool of applicants.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students, responding to inquiries via phone, email, social media, and in-person meetings.
• Provide detailed information about our institution's academic programs, admission requirements, scholarships, campus facilities, and student life to prospective students.
• Conduct presentations, campus tours, and information sessions for groups and individuals to showcase our institution and its offerings.
• Utilise CRM systems or other designated tools to track and follow up with prospective students, ensuring timely and personalized communication throughout the enrolment process.
• Assist prospective students with the application process, including reviewing applications and providing guidance on required documents.
• Collaborate with the admissions team to review applications, conduct interviews, and participate in the selection process, ensuring a fair and comprehensive evaluation of prospective students.

About You

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of the education landscape, admission processes, and financial aid options.
• Proficiency in using various digital platforms, social media, and CRM systems for recruitment purposes.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel to attend recruitment events as required.
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues, students and educational partners.
• Self‑motivated and goal‑oriented with a passion for helping students achieve their educational goals.

Benefits

• 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, Techscheme and much more.
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more.
• Reward and recognition programme.
• £500 award employee referral scheme.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.

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.

Seniority level: Entry level | Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Education and Training | Industries: Education.