Student Recruitment Lead

BIMM University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Manchester is seeking a Student Recruitment Lead to develop and oversee recruitment strategies while managing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have proven higher education recruitment experience, strong data analysis skills, and effective leadership abilities. In addition, this role involves strategic planning and budget management. A commitment to inclusivity and engaging under-represented groups is essential. The role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

SMART pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a higher education student recruitment role.
• Deep understanding of the student recruitment lifecycle.
• Ability to develop and evaluate recruitment strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee student recruitment strategies and activity plans.
• Manage and motivate a high-performing Student Recruitment team.
• Collect and analyze performance data for continuous improvement.

Skills

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Tools

CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Student Recruitment Lead

Location : Manchester

Salary : £31,720 – £39,520

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.

About the Role

As Student Recruitment Lead, you will deliver and oversee student recruitment strategies and activity plans at campus level. The role is central to achieving our undergraduate and postgraduate recruitment targets, ensuring that all activity remains student-focused and aligned with institutional priorities. You’ll be responsible for guiding the student journey from first contact through to enrolment, using data and collaboration to inform and improve outcomes.

What You’ll Do :

• Strategic Planning: Develop and deliver activity schedules designed to meet the student recruitment targets for your campus and region.
• Team Leadership: Manage, develop, and motivate a high-performing Student Recruitment team, driving them to achieve campus-specific targets and KPIs.
• Data-Driven Insights: Collect, evaluate, and share performance data for recruitment initiatives, ensuring continuous improvement and strategic alignment.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Marketing, Recruitment, and Admissions teams to create a seamless applicant experience, ensuring alignment across all touchpoints.
• Outreach and Engagement: Design and oversee targeted activities and events, ensuring they actively engage under-represented groups and promote accessibility to higher education.
• Competitor Analysis: Conduct ongoing analysis of the education market to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and enhance BIMM’s position as a top-choice institution.
• Budget Management: Exercise efficient budgetary control over all recruitment activities to ensure cost-effective use of resources.

What You’ll Bring :

• Experience and Expertise: Proven experience in a higher education student recruitment role, with a deep understanding of the student recruitment lifecycle, from enquiry to enrolment.
• Strategic Vision: Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and evaluate recruitment strategies that respond to market trends and drive results.
• Leadership Skills: Experience managing and motivating teams to achieve performance goals, with a focus on collaboration and professional development.
• Analytical Ability: Strong data analysis skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies and improvements.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional verbal communication, public speaking, and relationship-building skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Technological Proficiency: Competency with Microsoft Office tools and CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce), as well as familiarity with social media for promotional purposes.
• Flexibility: A commercially driven mindset, self-motivation, and a willingness to work outside standard hours for events and initiatives.

We encourage early applications as the advert may close sooner than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. You may also be invited to interview ahead of the closing date.

Why BIMM University

We are a values-led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do:

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

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to :

• 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.

How To Apply

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