Head of Admissions & Access Strategy

University of Staffordshire Business Engagement; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Staffordshire Business Engagement is seeking a strategic leader to oversee admissions at the Stoke-on-Trent campus. Reporting to the Chief Marketing and Growth Officer, you will head a high-performing team, drive transformation, ensure regulatory compliance, and use data to improve conversion and applicant journeys.

You will deliver an accessible, high-quality service for Home and International markets, shaping the future student experience and supporting growth.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in higher education admissions with multiple cycles.
• Strong knowledge of UK admissions regulations (UCAS, UKVI, CMA).
• Experience leading teams and managing change.
• Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration.
• Ability to use data and insights to inform strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for admissions across Home and International markets.
• Drive digital transformation and improve performance and conversion.
• Ensure accessible, high-quality, personalised admissions service.
• Collaborate across the University to support recruitment ambitions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic admissions

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Job description

University of Staffordshire Business Engagement is seeking a strategic leader to oversee admissions at the Stoke-on-Trent campus. Reporting to the Chief Marketing and Growth Officer, you will head a high-performing team, drive transformation, ensure regulatory compliance, and use data to improve conversion and applicant journeys.

You will deliver an accessible, high-quality service for Home and International markets, shaping the future student experience and supporting growth.