Recruitment Officer (Maternity cover)

Liverpool John Moores University; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable higher education institution in the UK is seeking a Recruitment Officer to support student recruitment initiatives. In this role, you will coordinate recruitment events, work closely with academics, and ensure exceptional service. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication and organisational skills, with a proactive attitude. This position offers an excellent benefits package and is integral to enhancing the student experience. If you're passionate about recruitment and making an impact, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme

Induction and development support

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Proactive and approachable attitude when liaising with staff and students.
• Ability to problem solve and deliver under pressure.
• Commitment to providing outstanding service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate academic elements of recruitment events.
• Manage logistics and ensure representation at events.
• Support university-wide recruitment activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to build relationships

Experience in supporting events

Job description

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn't exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

Are you highly organised, personable, and passionate about supporting student recruitment? Liverpool John Moores University is seeking a Recruitment Officer to join our dynamic Subject Recruitment Marketing Team on a fixed term to cover maternity leave.

In this role, you'll play a key part in delivering subject-based and university-wide recruitment activities, working closely with academics at all levels and professional services colleagues. You'll coordinate the academic element of recruitment events, manage logistics, and ensure academic and student representation, all while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and meeting tight deadlines.

What we’re looking for

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across the University.
• A proactive, approachable attitude to liaising with academics and students.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to problem solve, prioritise and deliver under pressure.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Experience in supporting events.
• Commitment to providing outstanding service and working collaboratively.

You'll be part of a supportive team that plays a vital role in shaping the student experience and driving recruitment success.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family‑friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.