Student Recruitment and Events Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans l'éducation sportive recherche un Assistant en Recrutement et Événements pour soutenir ses stratégies de recrutement. Le candidat idéal devra gérer les interactions avec les étudiants prospects, organiser des événements et assurer la gestion des bases de données. Ce rôle hybride vous offre l'occasion de travailler de manière dynamique tout en contribuant à l'éducation dans le secteur sportif.

Benefits

30 jours de congés annuels plus jours fériés

Options de travail hybride

Congé parental amélioré

Accès aux diplômes et cours GIS

Qualifications

• Connaissance et intérêt pour le sport, l'éducation et le recrutement.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome et en équipe.
• Expérience dans le secteur sportif ou éducatif est un plus.

Responsibilities

• Gérer la communication avec les étudiants potentiels via divers canaux.
• Assister à la planification et la livraison d'événements de recrutement.
• Maintenir les systèmes CRM avec des informations précises sur les étudiants.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Event coordination

Education

University degree or relevant qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM systems

Job description

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Student Recruitment and Events Assistant, Aberdeen

Client: Global Institute of Sport

Location: Hybrid (Remote + Wembley Stadium London Headquarters)

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 7

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Hybrid (Remote + Wembley Stadium London Headquarters)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Reports to: Head of Global Student Recruitment

Are you passionate about helping students achieve their dream careers in the sports industry? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment? If so, we invite you to apply to join the Global Institute of Sport (GIS), the world’s leading sports education provider, as a Student Recruitment and Events Assistant.

GIS is on a mission to transform the global sports industry through innovative education and collaboration, and we need ambitious individuals to help us achieve this. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally while working with prospective students who are looking to study with us online and at iconic sports stadiums globally to achieve their career goals.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a talented, ambitious Student Recruitment and Events Assistant to support our recruitment strategies by engaging with prospective students globally, representing GIS at events, and building strong relationships with our audiences. You’ll play a key role in executing recruitment campaigns, managing our CRM system, driving student engagement across various communication platforms, and ensuring the seamless delivery of student recruitment events, providing administrative support and logistical coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Qualification and Sales Funnel Management:

• Respond to enquiries from prospective students via email, phone, and social media platforms, providing timely and informative responses.
• Utilise agreed frameworks to assess the suitability of leads, ensuring they meet the criteria for further engagement.
• Build and nurture relationships with prospective students, providing information about courses, admissions, scholarships, and university life. Develop and execute targeted email and phone communication campaigns to nurture leads, encouraging progression through the recruitment funnel.
• Maintain and update CRM systems with accurate information on prospective students, tracking their journey from initial contact to application.

Events:

• Assist the Events Manager in planning, coordinating, and delivering recruitment events such as open days, webinars, school visits, and campus tours.
• Support logistical arrangements for in-person and virtual events, ensuring smooth execution and adherence to timelines.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external partners to meet all event requirements.
• Represent GIS at virtual and in-person events, including recruitment fairs and webinars.
• Assist in recruiting, training, and managing student ambassadors for events.

Communication and Engagement:

• Create and distribute promotional materials, including digital content, flyers, and event invitations.
• Respond to inquiries from prospective students, parents, and educators, providing excellent customer service and information.

Data Management and Reporting:

• Update CRM systems with accurate information on prospective students and event attendees.
• Gather and analyze data from events and interactions to evaluate effectiveness and inform future strategies.

Administrative Support:

• Assist the Recruitment Team and Events Manager with general administrative tasks.
• Manage event-related documentation, including budgets, schedules, and attendee lists.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Aligned with EPICC values: https://gis.sport/about/our-vision-mission-and-values/
• University degree or relevant qualification, ideally in a related subject.
• Knowledge and strong interest in sports, education, student recruitment, and event management.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive and adaptable approach.
• Experience in the sports industry or education sector.
• Experience in customer service or event coordination roles.
• Track record of working towards targets or KPIs, with success in recruitment or sales.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and online event platforms.

Benefits include 30 days annual leave plus public holidays and 7 discretionary days over Christmas, access to GIS’s degrees and courses, flexible hybrid working options, enhanced parental leave, and other schemes like cycle to work.

To apply, send your CV and cover letter to Alisa Khakhar, Head of Global Student Recruitment, at [emailprotected]