Senior Student Recruitment Officer - Events

BIMM University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Student Recruitment Officer to manage recruitment events and enhance prospective student engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in event management, excellent communication skills, and experience in public speaking. This role offers 25 days of holiday per year, a comprehensive benefits package, and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year (FTE)

SMART pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong background in project and event management.
• Experience in evaluating event outcomes and managing budgets.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and confident public speaker.
• Advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.
• Self-motivated and commercially driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Organise and deliver on-campus and virtual recruitment events.
• Coordinate departmental representation for events.
• Deliver engaging campus tours.
• Evaluate success of recruitment activities.
• Recruit and train Student Ambassadors.
• Collaborate with marketing for social media content.
• Support during peak recruitment times.

Skills

Project and event management

Evaluating event outcomes

Verbal communication skills

Public speaking

Microsoft Office skills

Research and data analysis

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

As Senior Student Recruitment Officer, you will be integral to the planning and execution of recruitment events that help prospective students make informed decisions about their education and future careers. Reporting to the Student Recruitment Lead, you’ll manage and coordinate events including Open Days, post‑application events, campus tours, and virtual engagement activities, all of which are vital touchpoints for our applicants and their supporters.

What You’ll Do:

• Organise and deliver exceptional on‑campus and virtual recruitment events, ensuring a seamless experience for prospective students and guests.
• Take a lead in staffing and coordinating departmental representation for events, while actively supporting guests on‑site.
• Deliver engaging campus tours for individuals, groups, and agents, presenting a welcoming and informative face for BIMM University.
• Evaluate the success of recruitment activities, ensuring data is captured in our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system for ongoing analysis.
• Recruit and train Student Ambassadors to support recruitment and outreach activities, helping to create an authentic connection with prospective students.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to plan and create local content from events for BIMM University’s social media channels, contributing to our vibrant online presence.
• Support the Student Recruitment Team during peak times, including Clearing and new student enrolment, ensuring a smooth recruitment cycle.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A strong background in project and event management, particularly in customer‑facing roles that drive measurable results.
• Experience in evaluating event outcomes and managing event budgets.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and confidence in public speaking, with experience presenting to large groups.
• Advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word), along with experience in research and data analysis.
• A self‑motivated and commercially driven mindset, with flexibility and adaptability to work independently and as part of a team.

At BIMM University, we’re more than just an educational institution; we’re a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

Our Core Values

• Believe in Everyone.
• Challenge the Norm.
• Grow Together.
• Do the Right Thing.
• Own It.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
• SMART pension
• A comprehensive benefits package

We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation.

We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of our students, therefore all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.