Senior Admissions Advisor

Corehr; Oxford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Oxford is seeking a Senior Admissions Advisor to enhance the admissions process for prestigious programmes. The role involves coordinating applications, providing expert guidance to prospective students, and managing recruitment events, all while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Generous benefits include a holiday allowance of 38 days and membership in the Oxford staff pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays

Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme

Discounted bus travel

Subsidised onsite catering

Many other University benefits

Qualifications

• Proactive and detail-oriented professional.
• Strong numerical accuracy and ability to manage sensitive data.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute end-to-end admissions processes.
• Act as a key point of contact for prospective students.
• Support the production of marketing materials.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Customer care

Cross-cultural awareness

Job description

Grade 6: £34,982 - £40,855 per annum including the Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per annum

Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week)

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for higher education? We are seeking a Senior Admissions Advisor to join our dynamic Academic Programmes Team. In this pivotal role, you’ll support the seamless delivery of admissions and recruitment processes for prestigious programmes including the MSc in Financial Economics, MSc in Law and Finance, and DPhil in Finance and Management.

You’ll work alongside two fellow Senior Admissions Advisors and report to the Admissions Manager, taking ownership of key stages of the admissions journey—from application to enrolment—ensuring a high-quality experience for all applicants.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate and execute end-to-end admissions processes, including processing applications, organising interviews, issuing offers and visa documentation.
• Act as a key point of contact for prospective students, delivering expert guidance and outstanding customer service.
• Represent the School at open days, webinars, fairs and recruitment events, both virtually and in person.
• Support the production of marketing materials and contribute to applicant yield and retention initiatives.
• Take ownership of specific recruitment or programme-related projects and events, managing budgets and timelines.

You will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders while maintaining tact, diplomacy and confidentiality. The role demands strong numerical accuracy, attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive data. A commitment to customer care, cross-cultural awareness and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are crucial.

Further information on this role can be found in the job description.

At Saïd Business School we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to our team. Join us to build a brighter, more equitable future, where we celebrate diversity, advance equity, and nurture inclusion across everything we do.

We offer very generous benefits, some of which are:

• Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays
• Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme
• Discounted bus travel
• Subsidised onsite catering
• Plus, many other University benefits

All applications must include a CV, Supporting Statement/Cover Letter and Current Salary.

The closing date for applications is 16 June 2025 at 12.00 noon. Interviews will likely be held in the week commencing 23 June 2025.

Salary (£) : £34,982 - £40,855 per annum including the Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per annum

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